Cook

JOB POSTING Food Services Cook Part-Time, Permanent 2 Positions Hourly Wage: $20.82 Existing Vacancy: Yes Posting No. MS0657 POSITION SUMMARY: The Cook will prepare food and assist in food preparation for Mission Services’ sites. This position will require a working knowledge, and a range of skills pertaining to, working within Health and Safety guidelines and proper food handling techniques. The Cook will have valid Food Handler’s Certification and the ability to work a flexible schedule of day, afternoon and weekend shifts, as required to meet the needs of the programs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Prepare food and assist in food preparation for residential facilities with 100+ individuals * Receive, organize, and rotate food items * Utilize food donations efficiently and within appropriate health guidelines * Maintain an orderly and clean kitchen keeping within Health and Safety guidelines and proper food handling * Work from an Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression framework * Work with staff and volunteers to deliver the best service possible * Committed to uphold the organization’s mission, values and standards * Adhere to a strict policy of confidentiality * Work safely, identify any health and safety concerns and report to management, and always follow Mission Services workplace health and safety policies and procedures * Other duties as required to ensure the continuation of service to residents/service users QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum of one (1) year of kitchen experience, experience in a healthcare or social services organization * Knowledge of Canada Food Guidelines * Sensitivity and ability to work in an environment that serves marginalized individuals (poverty, homelessness, trauma, abuse and addiction), while demonstrating and modelling good boundaries * Flexibility to work with a variety of food donations * Ability to work independently and in a team environment * Ability to lift up to 22.5 kg (50 lbs) * Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Training is an asset HOURS OF WORK: * Minimum 15 hours per week with ability to pick up additional shifts. * Must be available to work weekdays and weekends REQUIREMENTS: * Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check * Proof of Negative Two-Step Tuberculosis Skin Test * Valid Food Handlers Certification COMPENSATION: * Wage starts at $20.82 per hour At Mission Services of Hamilton, we value diversity in our employees, and we work from an anti-racism/anti-oppression framework and strive for equity and inclusion. We strive to foster an organization that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We encourage applications from individuals from underserved and underrepresented cultural and racial communities, from First Nations Inuit and Metis communities, Two-Spirit, LGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disabilities, and those with lived experience of abuse, food insecurity, homelessness, mental health difficulties and addictions. Mission Services is also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation measures to ensure you will be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality. We are committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. While our recruitment system may use AI‑assisted tools to help screen applications, final decisions are made by our recruitment team, and all applications receive human review.

The Cook is responsible for preparing meals for residential facilities serving over 100 individuals while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen. Key duties include managing food donations, rotating stock, and adhering to health and safety guidelines within an anti-oppression framework.

Candidates must have at least two years of kitchen experience, preferably in healthcare or social services, and a valid Food Handler's Certification. Additional requirements include a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check and a negative Two-Step Tuberculosis Skin Test.

• TeamworkPreferred

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• Food Preparation
• Food Handling
• Kitchen Management
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Inventory Rotation
• Anti-Racism Framework
• Anti-Oppression Framework
• Crisis Intervention
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Heavy Lifting
• Confidentiality

• Food & Beverage
• Social Services
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Trades

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

15 hours per week