Job Description

Job Title:

Kitchen Assistant

Contract part-time position (25 hours per week)

Contract Start date

: January 19, 2026;

Contract End date

: March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension

Reports to

: Manager, Homeless Services and Housing Access

DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 2, 2026

About ACSA Community Services:

Do you believe in a world where everyone has equal opportunities, where community support helps dreams come true? ACSA Community Services is your gateway to making this vision a reality. As a cornerstone of the community for over 50 years, ACSA has been dedicated to uplifting those in need.??

We offer vital programs like youth empowerment initiatives, emergency food and housing services, and newcomer supports to help individuals and families thrive. We are diligent in supporting our neighbours in Scarborough, North York and York Region. By getting involved, you're not just giving aid; you're becoming a part of our mission to build a brighter, more equitable future.?

Who we are looking for:

This role supports the work of the meal program within a basic needs Drop-In serving homeless and underhoused individuals in Scarborough. The Kitchen Assistant will support the Drop-In Cook with a variety of tasks including managing food items for storage and preparation, unloading trucks, safe storing of food, and kitchen and site cleaning.

Refer to ACSA Community Services for more information about ACSA's work.

About the role:

Support Drop-In Cook with daily food planning, preparation and clean-up

Experience supporting food preparation for large groups of people

Support unloading delivery trucks and storing food deliveries

Ability to follow instructions, and carry out tasks quickly and competently

Knowledge of safe food storage guidelines required

Support maintenance of kitchen facilities and equipment; adhere to proper sanitation and waste disposal procedures

Ability to engage respectfully with participants and follow organizational policies regarding confidentiality, inclusiveness and professionalism

Understanding and sensitivity to issues faced by people who are homeless

Ability to foster a safe, caring, and supportive community environment which values the diversity of people who access the Centre

Participate in meetings as required

Other duties as assigned

About you:

Must have valid Safe Food Handlers Certificate

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good problem solving and organizational skills

Front-line experience in a community-based agency an asset

Must be able to stand for long periods of time and be able to lift up to 50lbs

Ability to foster a positive and supportive kitchen environment

Sensitive to, and able to work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive work environment

. Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Strong communication skills

Valid Police Records Check

Working Conditions:

This position involves considerable standing, walking, and lifting within a commercial kitchen environment.

What we offer:

Salary of $22/hr

An amazing work culture full of great, caring people truly committed to changing lives!?

Please apply via email (cover letter & resume in one attachment) to:

Attention

: Jenifer Kissoore

Email

: kjenifer@acsa.ca

(Please quote

Kitchen Assistant

in the subject line of email)

No phone calls please.

ACSA is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and/or persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

If you are contacted by ACSA regarding a job opportunity and need accommodation throughout a hiring process, please contact Yamini de Costa at hr@agincourtcommunityservices.com.

This address is for accommodation inquiries ONLY. Job applications sent to it will not be considered.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Experience:

cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (required)
Work Location: In person