We are currently seeking a Part-Time Cook to join our AbleLiving Services, Binbrookteam!

If you are an individual who values Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence then we would like to hear from you!

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:

• 2026 Best Workplaces™ with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2026 Best Workplaces for Women

We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace!

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

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Health Benefits
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 signing bonus!

AbleLiving Services is part of the Thrive Group. We are a not-for-profit organization that provides services funded through Ontario Health. Ableliving opened its doors in 1978 with the first project being our Binbrook location. We continue to build the organization and provide exceptional services with support from Ontario Health. Our Binbrook location provides support for individuals with disabilities, seniors, as well as those with long-term chronic ventilation support needs.

*Please note this location is not accessible by public transit - access to a vehicle or reliable transportation is required

This position reports to the Support Services Program Coordinator and is responsible for a variety of tasks including laundry and housekeeping services, food services and prep-cook responsibilities. This position is responsible for collecting, laundering and returning clients' personal laundry, performing housekeeping tasks in clients' rooms and common areas, assisting the Cook with maintaining food inventory, meal preparation, and setting and serving meals to clients, all while ensuring safe food preparation and handling practices.

Key Duties include:

Reporting to the Support Services Coordinator, the Cook is responsible for the safe preparation and service of all food for residents, visitors and staff. The Cook uses standardized recipes, maintains portion control and follows production sheets determining appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. The incumbent 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 position is also responsible for providing direction to the Food Service Staff to ensure daily duties are performed in a timely and effective manner.

Requirements:

• Experience in institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality cooking. A Cook diploma from an approved college and/or have the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Classification is beneficial.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the Food Handlers Certificate as offered by Public Health Services within 60 days of employment and renewed every 5 years.
• Must have practical knowledge and proven skill in institutional quantity cooking/quantity meal preparation.
• Must be able to read, understand and write in the English language; must be able to follow verbal and written instruction.
• 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 maintain a clean and tidy personal appearance and adhere to relevant health and safety regulations/procedures.

Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent

Starting Rate: $21.70 /hour as per CUPE Local Collective Agreement.

Please be advised that this posting is open to members of Binbrook CUPE local 3943 bargaining unit members. If unfulfilled in that process applicants from Thrive Group Organizations will be considered. If unfulfilled by that process other external applicants will be considered.

Thrive Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in the completion of this application please contact the HR Department at 289-309-8477