Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact.

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one.

We're more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose.

From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club.

Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities - and we’re just getting started.

This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves.

So, if you're ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team.

** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we’re looking for. **

Job Description

About MLSE LaunchPad

MLSE LaunchPad is a 42,000 sq. ft. Sport For Development facility where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential. Supported by MLSE’s professional sports teams- the Toronto Maple Leafs , Toronto Raptors, Toronto Argonauts and Toronto FC, it is the first facility of its kind in North America. As a collaborative space promoting social change by leveraging sport, education and research, our programming is focused on four pillars: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Ready for School and Ready for Work. To learn more visit MLSELaunchPad.org

MLSE LaunchPad Core Values : We Are More Than a Gym

We are a Sport For Development organization but what we do goes far beyond the playing field – we collaborate, we program with excellence, and we genuinely believe in the importance of the work that we do and the people that we do it with. Yes, we operate out of a 42,000 square foot sport facility, but we are so much more than a gym.

Youth First, Always : y outh members are always our number one priority and their best interests are at the heart of every decision we make. We are unwavering in our commitment to their safety and potential.

We Break Barriers : the marathon of life is different for every person and we work diligently to ensure equitable access to our programming, services, and opportunities. We strive to be leaders in breaking barriers, not records.

Our Differences Make the Difference : o ur strength is rooted in the diverse voices, ideas, and lived experiences of everyone who works and plays within our space. When everyone is included and feels welcomed to be themselves, we are more innovative, creative, and impactful.

We Are Family : w e care about each other, we look out for each other, and we are accountable to each other. We will make mistakes and we will fail, but everyone is always working with the best intentions towards the same goal. We will always be there to pick each other up.

Big Up Yourself & Those Around You : w e are full of positivity! We believe in ourselves, have fun, give shout-outs, and spread happiness.

Build a Better Tomorrow Today : t hings don’t get better by accident. We are intentional in our individual and organizational pursuit of growth, innovation, and our focus on positive youth development to make sure that tomorrow is better than today.

What’s great about this job:

As Nutrition Hub Lead you will prepare, deliver, and lead the cleanup for a nutritious, well-rounded, inclusive snack menu that addresses the varied dietary and cultural needs of our members and families. You will also support our Nutrition Coordinator in facilitating fun and engaging nutrition curriculum for youth ages 6- 29 . You will be interacting directly with our diverse and wonderful community in a vibrant, fast-paced , team- oriented environment – every day will be a new adventure!

Your team :

You will be working on an energetic and dynamic Nutrition Hub Team that provides healthy food for youth members , families, partners, and our community . The Nutrition Hub Team prides itself on the quality of the food it serves, the positive atmosphere that it creates , and is an integ ral part of putting our “Youth First, Always ” core value into action. By joining our Nutrition Hub Team, you are joining the MLSE LaunchPad family, where your work goes beyond foo d prep and delivery into youth work, community building, and long-term impact .

What you’ll be doing :

Providing a healthy, nutritious snack for members and their families: under the guidance of the Nutrition Hub Coordinator, you will be preparing and serving a high-quality after-school snack for members ages 6-18 and their families. The food provided will be nutritious, culturally diverse, and will contain whole foods to meet the need s of our community. Delivering food with patience, a smile , and centring the positive experience of our youth are key to snack delivery – it's about more than just food .

M aintaining the health and safety of the Nutrition Hub : m anaging daily cleaning routines, including washing dishes, counters, equipment and appliances, sweeping the floor, and removing garbage are essential components of this role. This includes ensuring that equipment is cleaned, sanitized, and ready for use the next day , and maintain ing a high standard of recordkeeping regarding sanitation, temperatures, and health and safety.

Supporting the culinary skills and kitchen acumen for youth participating in programs : provid e orientation , mentorship, hands - on support , and strength -based feedback to youth and junior staff in kitchen p rograms to encourage learning and growth while maintaining health and safety . This will include both youth participating in programming as well as culinary placement students.

Liaising with MLSE LaunchPad staff , volunteers and partner programs : ensure the kitchen program ming runs smoothly and fits into already established routines. This involves w ork ing with p artner p rograms to ensure the space is shared in a collaborative manner , serving as a subject-matter resource in k itchen p rocedures to staff, participants , and partner organizations , and e ffectively delegat ing to volunteers and provid ing constructive feedback regarding volunteer engagement in the program.

Keeping up to date with administrative tasks : p articipating in all required staff orientation s , training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/ required and p erform ing other duties as assigned, including occasionally supporting events and programs as required by the Nutrition Hub Coordinator. We are one big team and we support each other on projects, proposals and events. Everything is “our job ”.

Aligning with our core values : f irst and foremost, we are a youth Sport For Development facility and a teaching kitchen. We celebrate our differences, prioritize our youth, and work with everyone in a kind, respectful, and human manner. Knowing and living our core values is a key component of all of our job s.

You’re a great fit for this job if:

• You have 1 or more year s of supervising staff , interns and/or volunteers in a kitchen or nutrition-based setting , focused on food preparation, cooking , and service .

• Familiarity with preparing , cooking, and serving foods, including following recipes , managing food storage, sanitization , and cleaning.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, move products, equipment and supplies ( e.g. food trays, dishes, pots, pans, serving tables, etc.) .

• Positive demeanor , calm under pressure, and high energy.

• Availability to work evening hours to support our after - school and evening programs.

• A genuine care for community and a desire to work in a youth-centered environment to impact meaningful change in downtown Toronto.

Extra things that can support your application :

• Knowledge of food justice, and sensitivity to the impact of social, economic, environmental, and cultural issues in local food systems.

• Experience delivering educational programming to youth aged 6 to 18 , with group facilitation, or other experience working with children and youth.

• Food Handlers Certificate and Standard First Aid & CPR certification, or willing to obtain these certifications.

• Academic and/or work experience in nutrition or dietetics, food and hospitality, or in a social services or community setting .

• You speak a second language .

Please note:

• this role is 30 hours/week, with afternoon and evening availability required to overlap with the youth programs

• this role is located at our MLSE LaunchPad at Jarvis / Dundas, 259 Jarvis Street.

- please apply by Monday, November 3rd at 11:59 pm.

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At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable , diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com . This email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.