Unionville College is seeking a dedicated and passionate Cafeteria Coordinator/Cook to lead, design, and execute nutritious and appealing meals for our students and staff. The successful candidate possesses the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and delights in working with food and cooking.
Start Date: July 2026.
Role Overview:
The Cafeteria Coordinator/Cook will be responsible for overseeing all cafeteria kitchen operations, ensuring a high standard of food preparation, cooking, inventory management and serving meals to students and staff on a daily basis.
Responsibilities:
- Design, create, and prepare weekly menus adhering to school policy and specific student dietary needs and/or restrictions.
- Order, receive, and maintain inventory, and create an inventory management system for kitchen supplies, ensuring sufficient stock levels.
- Ensure safe storage and disposal of food and beverages.
- Maintain cleanliness of food services area, equipment, and utensils.
- Ensure preparation and cooking stations are stocked appropriately.
- Notify Leadership Team of any repairs or maintenance required for kitchen appliances and equipment.
- Enforce proper sanitation and preparation practices and procedures.
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures relating to kitchen coordination.
- Adhere to and enforce school policies.
Qualifications:
- Post-Secondary diploma in Culinary Arts or Hospitality is considered an asset.
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in food handling and food preparation.
- Kitchen supervisor experience is considered an asset
- Successful completion of Food Handler’s Certificate is required.
- Experience within a school setting is considered an asset.
- Good knowledge of dietary needs for students with severe food allergies.
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent organizational, time-management, communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods (up to 5 hours).
- Exceptional knife handling skills.
- Comply with all Health and Safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment as required.
- Ability to safely lift, move, and maneuver objects of up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
This is a replacement position.
At Unionville College, we foster a collaborative and supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development. Join our passionate team of educators and contribute to the success of our students.
Unionville College is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. All requests for accommodations will be treated confidentially and will be met to the best of our ability in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stouffville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Menu design and food preparation: 1 year (required)
- Ministry Health inspections : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler Certification? (required)
Work Location: In person
