Kitchen Coordinator / Cook

Centre 105 Cornwall - A Ministry of the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa Providing Breakfast. Creating Community. ____________________________________________________________________________ Kitchen Coordinator / Cook The Kitchen Coordinator is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving breakfast meals for approximately 95–120 individuals per day. The Kitchen Coordinator ensures the kitchen operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all Health Unit requirements while maintaining a respectful and welcoming environment. Responsibilities ● Plan and prepare nutritious breakfast meals within the approved budget. ● Complete grocery shopping and manage food purchases responsibly. ● Maintain accurate food inventory and ensure adequate supplies are available. ● Label, date, rotate, and store food properly. ● Follow all food safety, sanitation, and Health Unit requirements. ● Keep the kitchen, food storage areas, and equipment clean and organized. ● Monitor food waste and make effective use of available food and donations. ● Work with and provide direction to volunteers assisting in the kitchen. ● Ensure meals are prepared and ready for service on time. Key Expectations ● Stay within budget and manage food resources responsibly. ● Maintain a clean, organized, and Health Unit-compliant kitchen. ● Maintain organized inventory and food storage practices. ● Treat participants, volunteers, staff, and community partners with dignity and respect at all times. ● Communicate professionally and work cooperatively with others. ● Foster a welcoming and positive environment for everyone accessing or supporting Centre 105 services. ● Accept feedback and direction from management and work collaboratively to address concerns. Qualifications ● Experience preparing meals for large groups is an asset. ● Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. ● Strong organizational and time-management skills. ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team. ● Reliable, respectful, and committed to maintaining a positive workplace environment. Salary and Benefits Monday to Friday from 6:30AM to 2PM 37.5 hours per week $26-$28 per hour Pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, Employee Assistance Program While all applications will be gratefully received, only individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Our organization is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise during the search process if you require accommodation by contacting us at [email protected] AI will be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.

The Kitchen Coordinator is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious breakfast meals for 95–120 individuals daily. They must also manage food inventory, maintain kitchen safety and sanitation standards, and provide direction to volunteers.

Candidates should have experience preparing meals for large groups and possess strong organizational and time-management skills. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is essential for maintaining compliance with Health Unit requirements.

• Pension plan • Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Employee Assistance Program

• Inventory managementPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• Time managementPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• TeamworkPreferred

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• Meal planning
• Food preparation
• Budget management
• Inventory management
• Food safety
• Sanitation
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Volunteer coordination
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Budget Management
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• Organizational Skills
• Planning
• Budgeting
• Management
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Inventory Management
• Kitchen Safety
• Time Management
• Coordinating

• Food & Beverage
• Social Services
• Hospitality
• Kitchen Coordinator
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week