Cook - Youth Hub

360°kids has been a leader in the delivery of innovative support services for over 30 years as we work to improve the lives of homeless and at-risk youth and families in York Region. We are a vitally important community agency serving all of York Region.  At 360°kids, we provide a unique continuum of care approach with a range of programs and services that are essential to the health and well-being of youth and that are proven strategies for helping to keep youth off the streets by providing safe housing options.

The Cook will assist the Food Services Coordinator in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.  This worker will also play a pivotal role in engaging and mentoring youth using the culinary setting to teach life skills, techniques and industry standards in order to prepare them for the workforce and independent living.

Schedule : Wednesday to Sunday.

Key Responsibilities :

• Set-up and break down work station.
• Prepare basic ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation standards establishing priority items.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, and fryers to prepare foods.
• Ensure all meals meet York Region Health Department and York Region Emergency Housing Provider standards.
• Training youth and new staff members on all equipment used with kitchen area to create safe environment.
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served according to standards.
• Ensure bin for snacks is stocked.
• In coordination with Home Base and / or Connections staff, serve food to youth.
• Mentors and supports at-risk youth in developing culinary skills, acts as a positive role model for youth.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area including tables, stove tops, shelves, tools, knives, and equipment to ensure sanitary conditions.
• Interact with staff and youth at the HUB, be a positive role model and promote a positive environment.
• Execute all dishwashing duties pertaining to preparation and service, specifically the washing of all pots, pans, and food service inserts.
• Perform regular deep cleaning of kitchen appliances and equipment, including the oven, stovetop, and routine cleaning and re-installation of hood filters.
• Responsible for the disassembly, internal cleaning, and reassembly of the grill / griddle to maintain hygiene and function.
• Maintain hygiene standards by conducting monthly deep cleaning of all refrigerator and freezer shelving.
• Receive, inspect, and put away all vendor deliveries for the kitchen, ensuring proper stock rotation (FIFO).
• Perform other cleaning duties and functions in the kitchen as assigned or required to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.

Education and Skills Required :

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization . Apply Today – We Review Applications as they come in!

We recognize that lived experiences shape the way individuals navigate the workplace, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. If you are a member of an equity-deserving group and feel comfortable sharing this with us, we welcome you do so. This information is completely voluntary and will be used solely to help us improve our hiring practices and workplace inclusivity.

Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants that require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to notify the People and Culture Department when contacted for an interview. We will work with you to meet your access needs in an equitable and inclusive way.

Upon joining 360°kids, you'll be welcomed into a fun and collaborative environment where we truly value our employees and want to see them succeed. We thank everyone for their interest and appreciate the time put into applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.