INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Job Title: Relief Cook
Position Type: Bargaining Unit, Permanent, Relief
Number of Positions: 1-4
Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy
Rate: $22.65
Vacation: 8% Vacation Pay
Hours: On-call, as needed, weekend, morning, and afternoon shifts
Supervisor: Chef Manager, Food Services
Posting Date: September 15, 2026
Application Deadline: Until filled
Location: 145 Queen St. E and 40 Oak St. and other FV locations

Why Fred Victor?
For 130 years, Fred Victor has been a leader in helping people rebuild their lives in Toronto. Our mission is to improve
the health, income and housing stability of people experiencing poverty and homelessness. We are committed to
ending homelessness, one person at a time.

The Community Services (CS) department at Fred Victor is a multi-service, multi-site structure that encompasses the 40
Oak Community HUB and community programs, Employment and Training Services, Drop-Ins, Keep Cool Programs, and
Food Services. Additionally, it operates a social purpose enterprise with catering services and spearheads a significant Peer
Training Initiative that prioritizes the involvement of individuals with lived experience.

Fred’s Kitchen is deeply committed to addressing food security while providing opportunities for skills development,
training, and employment placements within the food services sector. We focus on empowering individuals with lived
experience to gain valuable skills and access employment opportunities in the culinary and hospitality fields. Through
our program, participants are equipped with the tools and support needed to succeed in the food services industry
while contributing to our mission of ensuring access to nutritious meals and fostering community well-being.

Under the direction of the Chef Manager, the Relief Cook will provide Relief support to Fred Victor’s Community Meal
Program as well as Fred’s Kitchen Catering service. Relief Cook will support with meal preparation and cooking of good
quality meals in accordance with pre-planned menus designed to meet nutritional needs. They will adhere to Fred
Victor Food Services quality standards and Food Safety Guidelines. They may also support other kitchen duties
including dishwashing, sanitization and cleaning, inventory management, and receiving deliveries. The Relief Cook will
collaborate closely with the Senior Community Chefs, Cooks, Drivers and Peers to meet high production standards.

Does this sound like work you want to be a part of?
We offer a high-energy, supportive and learning environment, and an opportunity to join a diverse team of caring
professionals and a chance to make a difference. With over 75 programs and 25 sites, there are lots of opportunities
to grow your career with us. Many members of the management team started in relief and front-line roles.

What You Will Do:

 Prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals for vulnerable community members,



shelter programs, catering clients,
and other customers while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.

 Safely and hygienically prepare food for multiple programs and service locations in accordance with established

menus, recipes, production schedules, and customer requirements.
 Ensure food is cooked, prepared, stored, transported, and served at appropriate temperatures and in compliance

with all food safety regulations and organizational standards.
 Ensure appropriate portion sizes are prepared and served in accordance with Canada Food Guide

recommendations, Toronto Shelter Standards, and program requirements.
 Follow standardized recipes, production sheets, and menu plans to ensure consistency, quality, and efficient use

of resources.
 Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and knowledge sharing to food service trainees, peers, volunteers, and

kitchen staff to promote safe work practices and high service standards.
 Collaborate effectively with the Chef Manager, Senior Community Chefs, drivers, and other team members to

ensure efficient kitchen operations and service delivery.
 Oversee assigned kitchen activities and support adherence to cleanliness, sanitation, and operational standards

throughout food production and service.
 Work independently when required, exercising sound judgment to prioritize competing demands, resolve routine

operational issues, and maintain safe and efficient kitchen operations.
 Follow and uphold Fred Victor's Food Safety Plan throughout all stages of food production, storage,

transportation, and service.
 Monitor compliance with health and safety legislation, food handling regulations, organizational policies, and

sanitation standards, escalating concerns as appropriate.
 Complete and maintain required documentation, including food preparation records, temperature logs, storage

records, donation tracking, inventory records, and health and safety checklists.
 Ensure commercial kitchen facilities, equipment, and work areas meet organizational standards for cleanliness,

safety, and operational readiness.
 Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, labelling, and storing food deliveries according to safe food handling

practices and inventory procedures.
 Support inventory management by monitoring stock levels, identifying supply shortages, minimizing waste, and

communicating purchasing and supply needs to the Chef Manager.
 Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, and repair requirements in a timely manner to support





uninterrupted kitchen operations.
 Contribute to the effective stewardship of food, equipment, and organizational resources through waste

reduction, proper inventory control, and efficient production practices.
 Travel and provide culinary support across multiple Fred Victor Food Services locations as required to meet

operational, program, and catering needs.
 Adapt to varying service environments, production volumes, staffing levels, and client needs while maintaining

consistent service, quality, and food safety standards.
 Participate in staff meetings, training, and organizational initiatives as required.
 Perform other related duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.

What You Bring to the Team:
 1+ years in food handling and cooking for large groups in a community setting.
 Graduate of Peer Training Program is considered an asset.
 Current Food Handlers Certificate.

Work Environment

 Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
 Must adhere to all health and safety guidelines as per Toronto Public Health and internal policies.
 Regular exposure to the unpredictable behaviours and situations

Compensation and Benefits:

 For the Relief Cook, Fred Victor offers an hourly rate of $22.65
 8% vacation pay
 Access to employee and family assistance plan

How You Can Apply:
Internal employees who are interested in this chance are encouraged to apply through ADP by navigating to Myself
> Talent > Career Centre. External candidates may apply using this link: Fred Victor ADP Career Centre or by scanning
the QR code:

Please note that we are currently soft-launching our new online hiring system through ADP.
During this transition, not all job postings are available in the system yet. We appreciate your
patience as we work through this transition. As part of the application process, applicants are
asked to upload their resume and a cover letter as one document describing their interest in
joining the Fred Victor team

A Police Record Check is required by the final candidate prior to hiring.

Accessibility & Accommodation
Fred Victor is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected,
and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants
who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of
sexual orientation and gender identities and have lived-experience.

If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please
contact us in advance. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested. Information received
relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality.

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