Join Our Team – Cook / Culinary Support
Do you believe a good meal can change someone's day?
We're looking for a compassionate, dependable Casual Cook/Culinary Support team member who enjoys preparing nutritious meals and creating a welcoming environment for people in our community. If you thrive in a busy kitchen, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and want your work to have a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Cook/Culinary Support team member, you'll help prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals while keeping our kitchen clean, safe, and organized. You'll work alongside our Culinary Lead and team to ensure every guest receives quality meals in a respectful and welcoming environment.
No two days are exactly the same, and that's part of what makes this role rewarding.
What You'll Be Doing
- Preparing and serving meals and snacks
- Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen
- Following food safety and sanitation standards
- Receiving and storing food deliveries
- Assisting with inventory and kitchen organization
- Working alongside staff and volunteers to keep the kitchen running smoothly
- Helping create a welcoming dining experience for our guests
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Loves to cook and takes pride in preparing quality meals
- Works well in a fast-paced environment
- Is organized, reliable, and dependable
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Has excellent communication skills
- Treats everyone with kindness, dignity, and respect
- Can adapt to changing priorities and lend a hand wherever needed
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- At least two years of cooking experience in a commercial, institutional, hospitality, healthcare, or similar kitchen
- Food Safety Certification (or willingness to obtain it shortly after hire)
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices
An Asset
- Culinary training or certification
- Experience working in a shelter, healthcare, or non-profit setting
- WHMIS Certification
- First Aid & CPR
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, or mental health challenges
Physical Requirements
This is an active role that includes standing for extended periods, lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs.) with assistance when required, and working in both hot kitchen environments and cold storage areas. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.
Why Join Us?
At our organization, food is more than nourishment—it's hospitality, dignity, and care.
When you join our team, you'll become part of a workplace that values:
- Compassion and respect
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety and wellness
- Diversity and inclusion
- Making a positive impact in our community every day
If you're passionate about cooking and want to use your skills to make a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us serve our community—one meal at a time.
Pay: $17.00-$18.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
