Cook_FT-Contract

DATE: August 7, 2025

LOCATION:   Toronto, ON – Back to Home Bathurst
COMPENSATION: $47,976 - $48,864 annually prorated
CONTRACT DURATION: 12 Months Contract

LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 19,633 annually and providing 1,861 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.

To help fulfill its mission, LOFT is hiring a Full-time Contract Cook.

Job Summary
The Cook renders a range of services that relate to the operation of the kitchen. These responsibilities include the preparation and service of food for the meals as scheduled and for other special occasions as requested and the storing and stocking of food. Cleaning duties pertaining to maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining room, as well as other delegated responsibilities, are included to ensure the efficient operation of the kitchen’s food service.

What You Will Do

Prepare/cook the food for scheduled meals, snacks, and other occasions, as requested, according to the menu plan; prepare/cook appropriate food for those on special diets as required.

Ensure that the standard of quality for the food service is maintained.

Ensure utensils, etc. are available for meals as scheduled.

Serve meals at specified times.

Clear and clean tables in the dining room area after the mealtime is finished.

Clean all dishes, utensils and equipment used in the preparation and service of the food provided by the kitchen.

Clean all stoves, refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, pantries and all other equipment and areas that are associated with kitchen food service.

Monitor inventory of storage areas and refrigerator/freezer units; accept and store deliveries/food in proper areas and according to policy.

Other related duties as assigned by the Food Services Coordinator

What You Bring
Must Haves

Several years of kitchen/cooking experience and/or training

Knowledge of equipment used in the preparation of food

Knowledge of health standards for the handling and storage of food

Knowledge of nutrition standards and special diet requirements

Knowledge of occupational Health and Safety Standards

Valid Food Handler’s Certificate

Key Skills and Competencies:

Ability to communicate in English, oral and written.

Work Environment
Since the workplace involves working in resident/tenant member’s own homes, staff may be subjected to secondhand smoke while performing their job duties.
The following physical movements are required as part of the regular routines of the job:
Frequency:

Standing – ongoing daily

Walking – ongoing daily

Sitting – 1.5 hrs/day (breaks)

Climbing – stairs to staff room and washroom

Lifting (floor to waist) – twice/week – max. 35 lbs

Lifting (waist to shoulder) – ongoing daily – under 10 lbs

Repetitive bending, lifting, twisting or turning – 2 hrs/day

Crouching – 1-2 times/day

Reaching – 1 hour/day sporadically

Kneeling – 1-2 times/day

Bending – 1 hour/day, sporadically

Weight factors - Frequency per day:

Under 2 lbs – ongoing

Under 5 lbs – ongoing

Under 10 lbs – 2 hours/day, twice/day

15-20 Pounds – 8 times/day

20-30 lbs – occasionally, 1-2 times/day

30-50 lbs – twice/day

Use of equipment such as a trolley is provided for staff to move heavy items to and from the work/preparation area.

What We Offer​​​​

E-learning program available all year round

Starting vacation time above minimum standard,

Additional paid personal and paid sick days

Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career

Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness

Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program

Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note: A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.

CLOSING DATE: August 21, 2025

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