Job Posting – Internal/External
Position : Relief Cook - 1 Position

Location : Men’s Shelter

Hours : 9:30am to 5:30pm

Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence), located in Toronto, is a diverse, multi-service organization. Our Mission Statement is: Through a culture-based approach that addresses the holistic needs of its clients, Na-Me-Res’ mission is to provide temporary, transitional and permanent housing to Indigenous men experiencing homelessness in Toronto, while providing outreach and support services to the broader Indigenous Homeless population.

Main Function
Reporting to the Lead Cook, the Part Time Cook is responsible for providing nutritious and well-balanced meals to residents while adhering to food and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks complete meals according to the Canadian Food Guide for residents

Ensures meals are prepared on time

Maintains the cleanliness of kitchen and dining facilities to ensure health standards are met

Ensures sanitation and safety procedures are adhered to

Maintains equipment used in food preparation

Stores food properly and safely

Prepares meals for community feasts and other activities

Supervises residents in portioning food, set-up of dining room, and clean-up of kitchen facilities

Other related duties as identified and required

Skills Required

Knowledge of dietary guidelines; respecting certain diets; and allergies

Cook a variety of foods in large quantities from scratch, utilizing standardized recipes

Read, write, and understand written and oral instructions





Familiarity with the use and care of kitchen equipment and supplies

Must be able to lift and carry food supplies for storage

Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills

Attend training related to kitchen and work workplace

Able to work co-operatively in a team and independently

Position requires heavy lifting; storing boxes and moving large containers

Able to work on short notice and on weekends

A willingness to learn and follow direction

Education and Experience

Completion of a program in cooking and several years of commercial cooking experience required

Demonstrated experience with large meal planning and large quantity cooking

Criminal record check, current up to date Food Handler’s Certificate, and references required

Desirable

Experience of working in the non-profit/charitable sector

An understanding of the issues affecting homeless people

Ability to interact positively with homeless people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds

Knowledge of Native traditions and culture is an asset

Na-Me-Res encourages applications from all qualified persons. We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Wage: $23.72 per hour – Open until filled

Hand delivered resumes will not be accepted, please no phone calls

Resume, cover letter with position title and references can be sent to:

Hiring Committee

26 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON M6G 2C4

Fax #: (416) 652-3138

Email: [email protected]

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📌 Relief Cook (Ontario)
🏢 Native Men's Residence
📍 Ontario