Cook (Part-time)

Position Title: Cook – Part Time (Contract up to January 31, 2025)

Department: Community Development & Food Security

Location: 40 Teesdale Place, Scarborough, ON

Warden Woods Community Centre

Warden Woods is non-profit charitable organization that has been in operation for over 50 years, with a mission to build caring, compassionate, just, and interdependent communities in southwest Scarborough.

Warden Woods offers early years and daycare programs, youth drop-in, meal programs and shelter services, seniors supports and more to meet the needs and interests of our diverse community.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Community Development & Food Security, the Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving meals to enhance the quality of life and personal wellness of our clients.

Job Responsibilities

· Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods that are appealing, tasty, nutritious, and considerate of the diversity of community

· Pack takeout meals and meals for dining in for clients

· Plan meal and snack menus in accordance with the Canada Food Guide and with knowledge of the needs of people living in poverty

· Sanitize and clean workstations and utensils after each meal

· Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

· Store all food properly and ensure proper food handling practices by both staff and volunteers in relation to program activities (preparing, serving, packing, etc.)

· Monitor use of food to reduce waste

· Conduct housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the kitchen in an organized, clean, safe and hygienic condition at all times

· Promote sharing food together to build and contribute to a caring community

Qualifications:

· 2-3 years’ demonstrated experience as a Cook in a commercial or community kitchen

· Must have Food Handler Certification

· Hands-on experience applying food safety standards and practices in a food service environment

· Ability to use common kitchen equipment and appliances safely

· Demonstrated experience with menu planning, food ordering and integrating donated food items with purchased items are definite assets

· Physically able to stand for extended time and move throughout the length of a shift; able to bend and kneel as required, carry items, lift items and pull from shelves of varying heights, able to lift 25 pounds or more. This is a physically demanding role.

· Able to read and write in English

· Commitment to quality and ability to check that all food items are safe and appropriate for consumption.

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment

· Experience supervising volunteers is a definite asset

· Availability to work evenings and weekends as required by program or agency activities (from time to time as required)

· Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Compensation and Hours of Work

· $21.98 per hour

- Monday to Friday (between 19 to 30 hours per week) rotating shift between 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

Application

WWCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender equality and social inclusion in our workplace. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, colour, religion, nationality, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from BIPOC people, 2SLGBTQIA community members, people with disabilities, and members of other equity-deserving groups. Please notify us as soon as possible of any adaptive measures you might require at any stage of the recruitment process.

A criminal background check to be completed upon hire.

Please send resume and cover letter with the subject heading: ‘Cook in the subject line, no later than November 25, 2024.

While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $21.98 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 30 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scarborough, ON M1L 1L3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• congregate dining: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-25