Job Description

Title of Job: Cook (Bargaining Unit Position)
Vacancies: 3
Date: July 7, 2026
Closing Date: July 21, 2026
Location: Orillia, ON - Back to Home - Orillia
Compensation: $23.80/hr
Work Type: Onsite
Job ID: 10897573
Existing or New Position: Existing

Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.

Program Summary:
Back to Home Orillia provides specialized support to vulnerable and at-risk older adults with complex physical health challenges, mental health challenges, addictions or cognitive impairment LOFT responds to each resident’s needs, so they can live safely and in good health in the community as they age. Through our care, we aim to postpone for as long as possible, or eliminate, any need for institutional care. Our programs offers 24/7 care through our specialized Personal Support Worker (PSW) team, providing such services as assistance with personal care, essential housekeeping, laundry services, and escorts to appointments. LOFT PSWs receive enhanced training related to mental health, addictions, psychosocial rehabilitation, responsive behaviours, dementia and the impact of the social determinants of health, thus giving them specialized skills required to provide the highest quality of care to the populations we serve.

The Cook renders a range of services that relate to the operation of the kitchen. These responsibilities include the preparation and service of food for the meals as scheduled and for other special occasions as requested and the storing and stocking of food. Cleaning duties pertaining to maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining room, as well as other delegated responsibilities, are included to ensure the efficient operation of the kitchen’s food service.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare/cook the food for scheduled meals, snacks, and other occasions, as requested, according to the menu plan; prepare/cook appropriate food for those on special diets as required.
• Ensure that the standard of quality for the food service is maintained.
• Ensure utensils, etc. are available for meals as scheduled.
• Serve meals at specified times.
• Clear and clean tables in the dining room area after the mealtime is finished.
• Clean all dishes, utensils and equipment used in the preparation and service of the food provided by the kitchen.
• Clean all stoves, refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, pantries and all other equipment and areas that are associated with kitchen food service.
• Monitor inventory of storage areas and refrigerator/freezer units; accept and store deliveries/food in proper areas and according to policy.
• Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned from time to time by the Program Manager or their designated.

What You Bring:

• Several years of kitchen/cooking experience and/or training
• Knowledge of equipment used in the preparation of food
• Several years of kitchen/cooking experience and/or training
• Knowledge of equipment used in the preparation of food
• Knowledge of health standards for the handling and storage of food
• Knowledge of nutrition standards and special diet requirements
• Knowledge of occupational Health and Safety Standards
• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate
• Ability to communicate in English, oral and written

Work Environment:

• Since the workplace involves working in resident/tenant member’s own homes, staff may be subjected to secondhand smoke while performing their job duties.
• The following physical movements are required as part of the regular routines of the job:
  Frequency:
  • Standing – ongoing daily
  • Walking – ongoing daily
  • Sitting – 1.5 hrs/day (breaks)
  • Climbing – stairs to staff room and washroom
  • Lifting (floor to waist) – twice/week – max. 35 lbs
  • Lifting (waist to shoulder) – ongoing daily – under 10 lbs
  • Repetitive bending, lifting, twisting or turning – 2 hrs/day
  • Crouching – 1-2 times/day
  • Reaching – 1 hour/day sporadically
  • Kneeling – 1-2 times/day
  • Bending – 1 hour/day, sporadically
  • Weight factors - Frequency per day:
  • Under 2 lbs – ongoing
  • Under 5 lbs – ongoing
  • Under 10 lbs – 2 hours/day, twice/day
  • 15-20 Pounds – 8 times/day
  • 20-30 lbs – occasionally, 1-2 times/day
  • 30-50 lbs – twice/day
  • Use of equipment such as a trolley is provided for staff to move heavy items to and from the work/preparation area.

What We Offer:

• E-learning program available all year round
• Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
• Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
• Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program
• Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note:

• This role may require availability on weekdays, weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, evening shifts, and daytime hours.
• A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
• This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position

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LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.