Cook, Youth Justice Services

1 month ago

Ottawa, Canada Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Full time

**Location**: Ottawa, Ontario

**Reports to**: Director, Youth Justice Services

**Employment Status**: Casual Part Time

**Bargaining Unit Status**: Included

**Hourly Wage**:$19.90 - $24.01

**Language requirements**: English is essential; French is considered an asset

**Bona Fide Occupational Requirement (BFOR)**:N/A

**Schedule**:Casual (weekdays, weekends, holidays). Minimum availability - 8 shifts per month

**Competition Number**: 24-120

**Closing Date**: October 31, 2024

**Posting stage**:External

**About us**:
Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit agencies in Ottawa and a registered charity. It provides mental health services, employment programs, emergency shelter, community, health and housing services, and justice programs to youth in the Ottawa area, serving between 2,500 and 3,000 at‑risk individuals aged 12+ and their families every month. YSB employs 350 caring professionals in a unionized environment in over 26 locations across Ottawa.

Under the general direction of the Director of YJ Services and immediate supervision of the assistant Director of Youth Justices Services and Head Chef, the Cook I is responsible to provide food services to the YSB programs in accordance with policies and directives established within the Bureau.

**What you will do**:

- Establish standardized menus to ensure nutritious, varied and well-balanced meals
- Prepare special diet menus for residents with allergies/medical/religious needs
- Maintain kitchen and dining area and equipment
- Monitor/control cutlery used by residents
- Serve food, ensuring correct portion control
- Maintain the cleanliness of the food service areas and equipment
- Comply with all mandating legislative requirements, Agency policies and procedures.
- Safeguard client confidentiality, rights and responsibilities.
- Attend and participate in supervision
- Participate in on-going training as required
- Follows safe work practices as established by the Bureau and the Program

**This opportunity may be right for you if you have**:

- Possession of current Basic Cook’s certificate, food handlers certificate or equivalent
- Knowledge of dietary standards
- One year related experience
- Ability to work autonomously and as an effective member of team
- Proven organizational skills

**Disclaimer**:
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

**Join us**

If you think this vacancy is a good fit, we would love to hear from you. Please visit the career section of our website to submit your resume and one-page cover letter. Don’t just tell us what we want to hear, tell us your story and why you would make a great addition to our team.

**TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT**: YSB values diversity. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.

Accommodation will be made available for applicants with a disability throughout the hiring process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.

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