Daycare Kitchen Assistant
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Job Summary
Yonge Street Mission (YSM) is a vibrant non-profit Christian organization leading a collective movement to end chronic poverty in Toronto. Since 1896 weve worked to transform the lives of people living with poverty going beyond immediate needs by offering wrap-around support via holistic programs and services and a pathway which enables vulnerable youth families in need adults experiencing poverty and vulnerable communities to move from surviving to thriving.
To make this happen we are passionate about investing in the people we work with and look for a diverse range of staff who are key for us to advance our mission: Christians who have a heart for neighbours in need a desire totransform the lives of our community members and who believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect.
If you are inspired by our vision and feel a true call to contribute to YSMs work wed love to hear from you.
What We Offer:
As a staff member at YSM some of the things you can look forward to include a values-based and highly collaborative and engaging work environment with a high value on staffs mental health and well-being; meaningful innovative and impactful work with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children families and the community. Our competitive Total Rewards compensation package also includes Group RRSP matching annual leave and paid personal days comprehensive health and dental care coverage an Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes counselling services by Christian professionals and numerous other perks.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant at the Yonge Street Mission Davis Centre Daycare location for 20 to 24 hours per week (5 days/week). If you enjoy working in a kitchen alongside staff and children then this is your opportunity. You will develop skills in working in a kitchen environment as well as building relationships with staff parents and children. We believe that cultivating a place where children can thrive is important and making sure they are fed with healthy nutritious food will support their grow and development.
Responsibilities:
- Daily duties will include: heating food assembling snacks cutting fruit/vegetables portioning the food and delivering the food to the classrooms. This includes children with special dietary needs.
- Ensure safe food storage and disposal including maintaining temperature logs.
- Comply with all public health regulations within best practices for daycares.
- Follow proper washing and sanitizing procedures for all dishware after collection from classrooms.
- Upkeep kitchen cleaning schedule including dishwashing daily weekly and monthly duties.
- Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time to meet the needs of the daycare centre.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education.
- Good English communication skills both oral and written.
- Good interpersonal skills conflict resolution skills and problem solving skills.
- Able to follow instructions.
- Must be 18 years old or older and able to commit to 20 to 24 hours a week.
- Food Handler Certification is required.
- Demonstrate personal commitment to YSMs principles of faith mission and values.
Compensation: Part-time position Pay:YSM will pay a starting rate of $20.83 an hour for this part-time rolecombined with a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks.
Deadline for Application: April 10 2026
While we appreciate all responses only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
YSM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please note that this position is for an existing vacancy and YSM do not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include candidate screening and shortlisting assessment and selection.
Date Posted: March 27 2026
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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About Company
YSM offers a wide range of programs, support and services to address the needs of vulnerable populations in the Toronto community.
