Full-Time Cook (AbleLiving Services, Roxanne)

We are currently hiring a Full-Time Cook to join our AbleLiving, Roxanne program! This location is accessible by public transit. This program operates 24/7.

Shift time: 9:00am- 5:00pm, alternating weekends.

is part of the Thrive Group. We are a not-for-profit organization that provides services funded through Ontario Health.

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Competitive wages
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development, and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 Signing Bonus

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as:

• 2024/2025 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2023 Best Workplaces for Giving Back

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Cook is responsible for the preparation of all foods indicated on the cycle menu, including special diet and diet texture variations, for clients using standardized recipes and portion sizes. The Cook assists with menu planning, ordering and receiving groceries, and inventory control in compliance with established Policies and Procedures. The Cook checks equipment and preparation methods regularly to ensure that safety and sanitation standards are maintained. This position is responsible for safe food handling practices and for proper sanitation in keeping with Ontario Regulation 243/84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act. The Cook communicates and cooperates well with all coworkers, maintaining a high standard of quality food production and exercising good judgment and initiative.

Requirements:

• Completed/obtained Cook diploma from an approved college is highly beneficial, or other relevant post-secondary education.
• Minimum 2 years working as a Cook.
• Experience working in non-profit or healthcare sector is an asset.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain the Food Handlers Certificate as offered by Public Health Services within 60 days of employment.
• Must have practical knowledge and proven skill in institutional quantity cooking/quantity meal preparation.
• Demonstrates ability to be flexible to customer needs, and be customer service oriented.
• Committed to providing excellent customer service to clients and coworkers.
• Must be able to read, understand and write in the English language; must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to maintain a clean/sanitary work area.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position which include but are not limited to: standing, shifting, leaning over stoves/grills, reaching, bending, lifting/moving items of variable weights (e.g. roasting pans, cases of food items).
• Must be able to maintain regular and consistent attendance, be punctual and meet pre-determined deadlines for meal preparation.
• Must be able to adhere to relevant health and safety regulations/procedures.

Job Type: Full-time, temporary.

Internal employees deadline to apply: Thursday, June 19th at 11:59pm.

We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at ... or email ...