Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Department: Housing Services

Union: Included (CUPE)

Salary Range: $29.87 per hour (Level 3)

File #: 26-HS-15 (1-OPEN)

Posting Date: August 10, 2026

Posting Close: August 24, 2026

Reason for vacancy: Replacement Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of 65 Dundas, the Food Access Worker is responsible for the operation of food programming within the Housing Services department.

The Food Access

Worker will organize and facilitate efforts to reduce barriers to healthy food access via menu planning, teaching food selection and preparation skills, assisting with food security initiatives and presenting information to groups in order to promote healthy eating. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Food Access Worker will work in collaboration with other team members to recruit participants, conduct health promotion activities related to healthy eating, and facilitate and support participant involvement and learning about cooking and healthy eating through the preparation of congregate meals in a Supportive Housing Environment..

The Food Access Worker is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with Dixon Hall’s Mission, Vision and Values, ensure safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.

Work Schedule: Sunday to Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM.

Duties and Responsibilities Food Preparation/Cooking

Prepare nutritious, congregate meals for Housing Services clients at various locations in Toronto’s downtown east side

Prepares and handles food and operates a kitchen safely, in accordance with regulations established by the Toronto Department of Public Health

Work collaboratively with community partners to provide congregate meals at sites within the community

Develop nutritious menu items appropriate to low-income individuals

Train and supervise peers,



as well as corporate, and agency volunteers in food handling, preparation, and service practices

Maintain proper inventory of supplies

Purchase and order supplies

Maintain all kitchen equipment

Maintain safe storage of all food items

Maintain cleanliness of kitchens

Ensure safe operation of the kitchens at all times

Food Programming/Education

Work collaboratively with Housing Support staff to develop and implement food and nutrition based programming for low-income clients

Work collaboratively with community partners to provide food security programming at 65 Dundas

Promote access to food security programming for tenants of 65 Dundas for low-income individuals

Organizational Accountabilities

Work collaboratively with Dixon Hall staff, volunteers, and community partners

Actively participate in department and agency meetings, and events as scheduled

Meet regularly with Manager to discuss individual, team, and program effectiveness

Work collaboratively with Fundraising, Volunteer Services, and Housing Services staff to provide volunteer opportunities to peers, individuals, and corporate teams

Other duties as required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED-equivalent.; BSW or other post-secondary education relating to the housing sector considered an asset

Food Handlers certification

Demonstrated experience in kitchen preparation and congregate cooking

Demonstrated community development experience

Excellent customer service,



organizational, and interpersonal skills

Strong understanding of food insecurity issues effecting low-income and homeless individuals

Sensitive to the needs of low-income and homeless individuals

Robust written and verbal English language communication skills; other languages an asset

Effective at building valuable interpersonal relationships; ability to be flexible and patient when interacting with clients, peers, and volunteers

Strong crisis de-escalation skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Emergency First Aid/CPR certification preferred

Must be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer

Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the Agency.

Dixon Hall may use Artificial Intelligence-assisted tools during the recruitment process to support efficiency and consistency. Final hiring decisions are made by the Human Resources team.

Dixon

Hall is dedicated to fostering an inclusive selection process and work environment, guided by their Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies. If selected for an interview, please inform the hiring manager or the People and Culture team at [email protected] of any accommodations you may require during the interview process.

To achieve their goal of inclusivity and diversity, Dixon Hall actively seeks exceptional candidates from varied backgrounds and with lived experiences. Individuals who self-identify as being from marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or who have experienced homelessness, are strongly encouraged to apply.

📌 Food Access Worker, FT (Toronto)
🏢 Dixon Hall
📍 Toronto