Cook (Casual)
2 months ago
**Position Title**:Cook - Casual**
**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.
**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
- 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**
- $21.98 per hour
**Application**
**A criminal background check to be completed upon hire.**
While we thank all who apply, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
**Job Type**: Casual
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
- On call
- 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: 2024-11-04
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