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:
- 4117 Lawrence Avenue East (Saturday and Sunday, 10 am - 6pm),
- 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), and
- 39 Dundalk Drive (Saturday and Sunday, 08:30 am - 5 pm).

Submit Resume to: [email protected]

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.