Job Description

Status

: Full-time

Hours of Work:

Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm

Location:

Burlington, please note that flexibility to support at the Milton shelter may be required from time to time, as well as flexibility to work a variation of shifts dependent on client needs and minimum staffing requirements.

Rate of Pay:

$24.64 - $27.19 per hour

Classification:

Union

Reports to:

Program Manager, Safe Shelter Services

Application Deadline: November 28, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

The Food and Nutrition Worker will be responsible for food purchasing, menu planning, preparation, dinner service, weekend meal preparation, safe food storage, and inventory management. She also ensures the maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen and food storage facilities, per Halton Public Health and safe food handling regulations. The F&N Worker prepares for and is present for all kitchen inspections with support from the site Program Manager and a JHSC representative.

Responsibilities

Food and Supply Coordination

Completes weekly grocery shopping in consultation with Program Manager Completes all purchasing within budget allowance, sourcing best price and quality for all food items Cleans and stocks kitchen, dining area, pantry, and storage areas, including appliances and shelves according to Public Health and food safety standards Coordinates with local food banks, donors, and grocery services, to manage ongoing inventory of food and food service items (utensils, small appliances, dishware, etc) Organizes food orders and deliveries with suppliers. Makes recommendations to the Program Manager, Safe Shelter Services of her site the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to food, nutrition, and food service Rotate food stock according to expiry dates regularly

Food Preparation

Plans and prepares special occasion / cultural celebration events and meals Prepares weekly meal menus in consultation with clients and shelter staff, ensuring all cultural and dietary needs are met. Post weekly menu schedule for accessible viewing by clients and shelter staff. Prepares meals for clients, including an after-school snack for children who attend daycare, school, or camp Plans and prepares meals for use during her absence (i.e. weekends, holidays, vacation time). All food preparation to be carried out with the principles of cost effectiveness, food safety, and minimization of food waste

Administration

Complete online grocery orders Complete and submit accurate expense forms in a timely manner Contribute, with the Safe Shelter Manager, to the accurate maintenance of the site's grocery budget worksheet

Health & Safety, Security

Adhere to all health and safety and public health policies and procedures as outlined by the organization to minimize risk Adhere to all safe food handling requirements and expectations Adhere to the Safety & Security policies and procedures of Halton Women's Place and actively contribute to the ongoing safety and security of the safe shelter environment Address daily routine duties as required for kitchen maintenance and safety and as assigned by the Program Manager, Safe Shelter Services Utilize universal precautions at all times Other duties relevant to the role, as assigned by the Program Manager

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Previous experience working with and understanding the experience of women and children escaping violence Experience in preparing food for a large quantity (20-30) of people. Experience in menu planning and meal preparation, including accommodating for cultural food preferences and dietary restrictions, such as veganism, halal, and kosher, among others, would be an asset. Training/experience with all aspects of food industry, including food safety, preparation, storage, and sanitation. Working knowledge of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating and how to implement an adherent menu for a large quantity of people A compassionate, non-judgmental attitude towards different dietary requirements for women and children and an understanding of the impact stress and trauma may have on diet, appetite, and food selection Proven initiative and effective problem-solving ability Excellent decision making and strong time management skills. High ethical standards and integrity consistent with agency values. Internet search competency with ability to source information, recipes, etc. as needed Ability to work and multitask in crisis situations Demonstrated ability to provide non-judgmental and culturally sensitive support to women and children Willingness to develop knowledge and skills about intimate partner violence and its impact upon children, women, and the community Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in common spaces and demonstrated history of using emotional supports (peers, manager, EAP program) to debrief challenging situations appropriately Knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset

Education

Valid Safe Food Handling Certification (can be obtained upon acceptance of the position) Some post-secondary education in Hospitality, Food Service or Nutrition, or an acceptable combination of education and experience, will be considered. Valid First Aid

Mandatory Requirements

Clear step one and two reading of TB test COVID vaccinations Clear Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Reliable daily access to personal transportation to purchase food and kitchen supplies and attend staff and community meetings within Halton Region Occasional attendance at agency meetings and events that may occur outside regular work hours, with advance notice of time and location As part of the recruitment and selection function, HWP will collect voluntary self-identification data from applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, HWP Hiring Practices Administrative Procedure, HWP's Employment Equity Policy and Ontario's Anti Racism Data Standards:

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, S.O. 2017, c. 15, in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. In accordance with HWP's Employment Equity Policy, personal information collected on this form will aim to achieve an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. It works to intentionally identify and remove barriers for equity-deserving communities at each stage of the hiring process. Encouraging diversity of the workforce is vital because the workforce should be reflective and representative of the community.

Although hiring policies must adhere to the qualification requirements set out in applicable Regulations and any applicable collective agreement provisions, HWP recognizes the importance of the following when developing its selection and evaluation criteria:

valuing applicants' additional experience, lived experience, skills, backgrounds and perspectives; and granting first consideration, where the skills, ability, and qualifications of the applicants are relatively equal, to applicants who self-identify as members of historically under-represented communities.
We encourage you to respond to our voluntary applicant self-identification questions. This data will inform our understanding of the diversity of our applicant pool as well as the progress of applicants throughout the hiring process. This data will inform our goals, strategies and actions and our progress towards creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workforce.

The section includes questions from Ontario's Anti-Racism Data Standards (Standards, 2017). The Standards were established to help identify and monitor systemic racism and racial disparities within the public sector. The Standards establish consistent, effective practices for producing reliable information to support evidence-based decision-making and public accountability to help eliminate systemic racism and promote racial equity (adapted from Ontario's Anti-Racism Data Standards, 2017).

Accommodation: Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness: The HWP is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.