Job Description

Daily Rate: $134.70 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package!




Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest




Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week




Employment Type: Seasonal Contract (3 months)




Number of Vacancies: 2




Anticipated Start Date: September 2, 2025




Deadline to Apply: September 1, 2025 at 5:00pm

Be the Spark!

Join our dynamic Food Services Team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!



The Food Services Team Member assists preparing food for groups up to 500+ along with maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and equipment, following established health and safety procedures. This position provides assistance to food services staff during their shift.

In this role, you will:

Provide friendly, prompt customer service Ability to assist preparing and cooking meals for up to 500+ people Set-up meals, delivery of snacks, dishwashing, kitchen and dining hall cleaning Ability to assist ensuring all special dietary needs are met Ensure a high level of quality, cleanliness and safety in all food preparation Assist in the washing of dishes and food packaging containers Ensure food safety and follow safe food handling and sanitary procedures Assist in storage of supplies using the first in first out method, rotating stock; ensures proper storage of products Assist with general maintenance and cleanliness of site and provides support with other duties as required Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

Working towards and/or completion of some post-secondary courses in related field is an asset Experience in institutional cooking is an asset Excellent customer service Energetic and enthusiastic personality Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset Able to participate actively in a team for organizational effectiveness Ability to work effectively with others and independently to achieve optimal collective results Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers Excellent written communication skills Food Handlers Certificate, First Aid, WHIMIS is an asset Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays required Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed:

Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.



Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020-2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.



The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.



If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.



In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.



The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.



Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.