Cook

Job Description

Posted Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Current Rate of Pay:
Min = $24.13/hr, Max = $27.97/hr

Employment type:

Temporary Contract

Duration of employment: 12 months

Hours of work: 15hrs/week

Work location:

Albion Hills Field Centre

Division:
Education and Training

Business unit:
Education and Training

Travel: 0%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
No

Existing Vacancy:
No

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

Please submit your resume and cover letter in one file (PDF or Word) and upload using only the ‘Resume’ feature within the application prior to 11:59 pm on February 6, 2026.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

Responsible for food planning, preparation, service, and clean-up as it relates to food service delivery.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides food service preparation and delivery for TRCA sites and facilities.
• Prepares and cooks meals according to approved menus and recipes; having regards at all times, to health and safety requirements for food handling
• Tracking meal cou nts and updating any menu changes
• Ensures food supplies are properly stored at all times and inventory is at appropriate levelsand flag to Food Service Lead if inventory is low
• Ensures knowledge and understanding of specific client allergies and/or special diet requirements and prepares food accordingly
• Ensures workstation is kept clean and sanitized in accordance with established Field Centre protocols and procedures, including all kitchen surfaces, serving utensils, floors and appliances.
• Tracks daily temperature checks on all refrigeration and freezer units
• Participates in clean-up, including dish washing, removal of garbage, recycling, and composting, - and grease removal at the end of each shift
• Assists with inquiries and concerns from patrons in a tactful and professional manner
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Smart Serve Certification
• Education and Training:
  Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening. Employees/candidates under the age of eighteen (18) years are not eligible to have a VSS, therefore will not be required.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience in food preparation and service
• Previous experience working with customers

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Basic understanding of hygiene, sanitation and kitchen equipment
• Experience preparing large/batch quantities of food
• Understanding and application of basic mathematical functions (e.g., adding, subtracting, measuring, money computation)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be flexible to work all required shifts, including weekends and holidays

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours;
integrity
, collaboration
, accountability
, respect
, and excellence (icare).

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program (including Defined Benefit Pension Plan – OMERS/OTPP).
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-Up Program.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for…