Day Care Housekeeper

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada City of Toronto Full time

Job ID: 37968

Job Category:

***Community & Social Services

Division & Section:
Shelter, Support & Housing Admin, SSHA Homelessness Init & Prevention Svcs

Work Location:
Family Residence Emergency Shelter Kingston Rd, Toronto

Job Type & Duration:1 Temporary (12 month) vacancy

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade:
$ $30.51, TF4082, Wage Grade 5

Shift Information:
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Affiliation:
L79 Full-time

Number of Positions Opens:1

Posting Period:27-June-2023 to 18-July-2023

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Saturday, July 8th, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM:

Major Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager and/or Programming Supervisor, the Day Care Housekeeper is responsible for the preparation and cooking of food served in the Program Unit and as required by the location (indoor and/or outdoor) in accordance with pre-planned menus designed to meet nutritional needs, and while adhering to all sanitation standards.


  • In consultation with the Programming Supervisor and relevant staff, develops daily menus and prepares all food for daily snacks, special events/functions, outings and holidays.
  • Ensures special dietary needs are met (e.g. checking allergy charts).
  • Supports cooking and dietary activities for all age groups (18 months to 99 years old)
  • Orders food from vendors and other relevant supplies, completes grocery shopping, maintains proper storage, inventories and records.
  • Monitors food supplies in the stock room and informs supervisor regarding food inventory and stock.
  • Washes dishes, flatware, pots and pans using dishwashers and/or sink.
  • Organizes and transports prepared foods and supplies necessary for service to designated program area(s) or locations.
  • Prepares food and beverages by cleaning, peeling, mincing, cutting, chopping, mixing, portioning, measuring ingredients, packaging and labeling etc.
  • Refills condiment containers, cutlery, napkins, refilling juice and beverage and delivering food to tables as necessary.
  • Returns unused prepared foods and supplies to the kitchen at end of service and/or arranges for appropriate disposal.
  • Ensures kitchen, equipment and designated program areas are kept in a clean, sanitary, safe and tidy condition.
  • Maintains proper storage of food by receiving food and other supplies, ensuring correct quantities are delivered; storing supplies, rotating food stock to ensure quality.
  • Bags, removes and transports garbage to disposal areas. Maintains garbage cans and bins in a clean and sanitary manner.
  • Ensures food is cooked, prepared, stored, and served at proper temperatures as required.
  • Assists Programming staff with meals and other food related activities (e.g. serving snacks, facilitation of cooking program, etc.)
  • May be called upon to provide assistance in children's activities.
  • Reports faulty or dangerous equipment or conditions to Supervisor.
  • Food Handlers Certificate and asset.
  • Answers phone and takes messages.
  • Attends staff meetings as required.
  • Performs other related work as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

  • Experience in food handling and cooking for large groups (aged 18 months to 99 years old) in an institutional setting
  • Experience working in a children's centre or social service agency.
  • Graduate of a 2 year college cooking program from a recognized institution or holder of a Red Seal Certificate and/or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

You must also have:

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients.
  • Ability to maintain sufficient supplies; carry out safe storage practices of food and cleaning supplies; keep accurate records.
  • Computer Skills (i.e. Word, Internet, Outlook, etc.) required.
  • Physical ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
  • Ability to perform various cleaning/sterilizing and sanitation responsibilities.
  • Ability and willingness to provide a service that enhances the dignity and respects the cultural and racial diversity of clients and staff.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, Canada's Guideline for Healthy Living, Health Protection and Promotion Act, and Food Premises Regulations.
  • Access to a vehicle is an asset.

A Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Check will be required as a condition of employment.

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