Job Posting:

SALARY:
$46,604.27
- $52,554.36 per annum*
* based on work experience (salary will be prorated to a 25-hour work week) HOURS: Full Time, 25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday JHS Ottawa will provide permanent new employees access to a benefit plan four weeks vacation annually a Defined Contribution Pension Plan after eligibility waiting period Our employees are supporting a diverse client group including youth and adults, all genders, from a wide cross section of social, ethnic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds who are representative of our broader community. We are accountable to the people we serve by providing the highest quality of service with integrity through the delivery of responsive, innovative and evidence-informed approaches. About diversity at JHS Ottawa: The John Howard Society of Ottawa is committed to reflecting and responding to the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is seeking that diversity in applicants for this position. We welcome candidates from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and all candidates who contribute to furthering the diversity of ideas. The Cook will plan and prepare nutritious, home-style meals for up to 22 residents of Kirkpatrick House, a structured residential setting for adult men released on parole from federal corrections facilities. The Cook will be responsible for the full kitchen cycle, including menu planning, grocery purchasing within budget, meal preparation, inventory control, and kitchen cleanliness. Psychological and Physical Risks: Minimum two years of experience in food and meal preparation, ideally in a residential, institutional or high-volume setting. Working knowledge of Canada's Food Guide and the ability to plan balanced, cost-effective menus. Strong oral and written communication skills,



including the ability to work respectfully with residents and staff. Experience in the non-profit, social services or community sector is an asset Plan a weekly menu, posted every Monday, that is nutritionally balanced and in line with Canada's Food Guide. Lead the preparation of full-course, home-style suppers for up to 22 residents, Monday to Friday, with consistent quality and timing. Provide lunch options, including sandwich fillings, fresh salads and seasonal soups. Produce in-house baked goods and desserts that reduce reliance on pre-packaged food and add variety to the weekly menu. Plan and deliver special-occasion and holiday meals, such as Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, that build a sense of community and tradition in the house. Make sure all meals meet residents' allergies, dietary restrictions, and cultural and religious food needs. Maintain inventory control of food and kitchen supplies, rotating stock and minimizing waste. Clean all kitchen and pantry areas, including fridges. Follow secure food handling, storage and sanitation practices in line with Ottawa Public Health requirements. You are committed to providing the highest quality of care for your clients, through responsive, innovative, and evidence informed approaches. Driven by curiosity, you adapt to achieve the best results for clients/communities you serve. You work in a way that helps employees and clients live their strengths and reach their potential Work with compassion and care for others, and help JHS build a culture of listening, mutual support, and meaningful connections. In building meaningful connections across our programs, partners, and neighbourhoods in order to foster inclusion and empowerment. In reducing harm to individuals and communities through a non-judgmental approach that builds resiliency and accountability. In the capacity of individuals and communities to adapt, change, and grow while promoting the conditions to inspire positive transformation.

📌 Fry Cook Needed (Canada)
🏢 John Howard Society of Ottawa
📍 Canada