Summary

Job Purpose: prepare and deliver nutritious meals to culturally diverse residents and implement the nutrition and food preparation program to residents.

Description

PART-TIME PERMANENT COOKS

(BARGAINING UNIT POSITION)

 

Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.

 

Locations:

  • 1322 Bloor Street West (Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 6pm),
  • 3576 St Clair Avenue East (Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 5pm, plus one other day 8am to 3pm),
  • 101 Placer Court (Saturday and Sunday, 10am – 6pm), and
  • 39 Dundalk Drive (Saturday and Sunday, 08:30 am – 5 pm).

Submit Resume to: anja.bundy@homesfirst.on.ca

APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “COOK-P”

 

Job Purpose: prepare and deliver nutritious meals to culturally diverse residents and implement the nutrition and food preparation program to residents.

 

Job Requirements

  • Able to follow standardized recipes; while being aware of special dietary requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English and follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to work irregular hours and weekends
  • Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of tenant populations, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness
  • Ability to collaborate with individual and client groups, agencies and other organizations
  • Ability to prepare and maintain statistical reports, basic budgeting skills
  • Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances and be creative with meal preparation
  • Ability to handle heavy loads and lift heavy cooking equipment and supplies
  • Ensuring a clean and safe work environment is maintained
  • Practicing excellent food safety and sanitation procedures
  • Able to stand for extended periods
  • Other duties as required

 

Qualifications

  • Chef training, Institutional Cook or Culinary Management Diploma or equivalent
  • Demonstrable experience in large quantity cooking
  • Demonstrated knowledge of foods and their preparation and knowledge of operation and care of kitchen equipment
  • Experience in working in communities with marginalized and/or persons living with mental illness and/or addictions an asset
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, hygiene and safe handling practices/techniques, Food Handler’s certificate.
  • Knowledge of Shelter Standards food requirements
  • Current certificates in First Aid/CPR

 

Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required.

The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society
 

Accommodation

Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Covid-19 Vaccination Policy

Please note, all candidates offered a position with Homes First from September 8, 2021 onward must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of their vaccination status as a condition of employment. Please note Homes First will comply with its human rights obligations and accommodate employees who are legally entitled to accommodation.