VISION

Everyone has a home in a community that supports them to live with dignity and hope.
Mission Statement
Cornerstone Housing for Women offers emergency shelter and supportive housing for a diversity of women. We offer our services in an environment that promotes dignity and a sense of hope. We are committed to public education and advocacy and strive to increase safe, affordable housing and to end homelessness.
Service Description
Cornerstone supportive housing communities offer affordable supportive housing for women at risk of homelessness. Residents are provided with permanent housing, necessities, and support to work toward their personal goals for sustainable, independent living. The resident-centred approach encourages the strengths and abilities of tenants and assists them to live independently in the community.
Job Summary
The Relief Cook is responsible for preparation and serving of lunch and the evening meal on weekend shifts, statutory holidays and to replace the Full Time Cook for their vacation periods and when they are not available during the week. The Relief Cook follows the menu plan as set out by the Full Time Cook, supports volunteers and donors who may contribute to meal provision, ensures that all Health and Safety Standards are met in the kitchen and dining area and that any required cleaning, maintenance and the kitchen prep for the next day is completed.They are responsible for keeping the Full Time Cook and Shelter Manager or designate apprised of anything which affects or could improve food service provision.

SKILLS

• ability to read and follow recipes and instructions in English
• ability to prepare food for large groups using commercial kitchen equipment
• ability to prepare food that meets diverse cultural, nutritional and specialized dietary needs
• good organizational skills
• excellent knowledge of and ability to employ safe work practices
• ability to work independently yet function as part of a team
• ability to set professional boundaries
• able and willing to perform manual tasks outlined in the job description
• demonstrated knowledge of current nutrition guidelines
• demonstrated aptitude to support a warm and non-judgmental environment for vulnerable women
• excellent interpersonal skills
• availability to accept shifts on short notice

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate in Food Preparation and Management (or equivalent)
• Current Food Safety Training Certificate (as recognized by MOL of Ontario)
• experience preparing food in a commercial, institutional or multi-residential environment
• experience in working with disadvantaged women an asset
• Bilingual (English/French)
• Other languages an asset
• has sensitivity to and respect for needs of homeless women
• flexible, friendly, warm and non-judgmental approach
• committed to providing the highest standard of food quality
• committed to rigorous standards of cleanliness
• committed to rigorous standards of safe work practices

Please refer the Job description for details