Community Worker Food Access and Supportive Employment

The Community Worker Food Access and Supportive Employment is responsible for the facilitation and coordination of food preparation and service. This position reports to the Food Program Supervisor and works collaboratively with staff from Support Services. The position requires a thorough knowledge of food handling and safety with a demonstrated ability to prepare quality meals in a professional setting. Work Experience/Education/Credentials * Training and/or experience in operating community-based food programs. Competencies/Skills/Attributes * Knowledge of food handling and safety. * Demonstrated ability to cook healthy, tasty and easy-to-prepare food in professional setting. * Strong communication skills. * Experience in working with people with mental health and addiction issues. * Strong commitment to anti-oppression and working within a mental health recovery framework. * Knowledge, understanding and experience to support people in their employment through a supportive employment framework. * Strong leadership and group facilitation skills. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as electronic record keeping systems. OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinating and overseeing community kitchens. * Training and supervising participants cooks. * Facilitating and supporting participant involvement and learning about cooking and healthy eating. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Be knowledgeable about and act within the relevant legislation including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), Mental Health Act, Child and Family Services Act, Persona Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Housing Services Act, Ontario Fire and Building Codes. * Model the organizational values, policies and professional ethics, and demonstrate commitment to the strategic direction. * Demonstrate active support for organizational direction and priorities in own actions. * Proactively engage in program and organizational change activities. * Model and promote a culture where everyone is accountable for making sure decisions and goals are met and projects/tasks are completed. * Identify and remove barriers to service excellence. * Demonstrate personal commitment and culture to wellness. * Embrace and demonstrate Neighbours values in your actions. * Participate in a work culture of positive thinking, initiative and creativity. * Commitment to improve professional knowledge to recognize trends and issues and deal with them effectively. * Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with allied community agencies and professionals and participate in community committees and internal Neighbours committees as required. * Comply with the policies of Neighbours including those pertaining to the confidentiality of client information. * Represent the agency in a positive manner with clients, colleagues and the community at large. * Attend regular supervision meetings with Program Manager for the purpose of reviewing work expectations and performance evaluation. * Participate in and represent the organization at external committees and forums as assigned. * Participate in internal committees and/or activities relating to the organization (IE staff annual general meeting, social recreational events, etc.). * Keep Manager or Supervisor informed and up to date on relevant issues. WORKING CONDITIONS * Exposure to household pests, bodily fluids, individuals experiencing crisis ,individuals who may be under the influence of substances, cleaning chemicals and some smoking environments. * Working hours are 35 hours per week. Operate independently and work flexible hours including weekends and evenings as required by operational needs. * Requirement to travel to and work from other Neighbours locations as required. As a condition of employment, a successful police record check is required. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Neighbours Community Homes Neighours’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Neighbours’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making. Please apply with a cover letter and resume at careers@Neighbours on or by July 2, 2026. Hiring rate: $25.54 per Hour

The role involves coordinating community kitchens and overseeing food preparation and service. It also focuses on training participants in healthy eating and supporting their employment through a recovery framework.

Candidates need experience in community-based food programs and a strong knowledge of food safety and handling. Experience working with individuals facing mental health and addiction issues is required.

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• Food Handling
• Food Safety
• Meal Preparation
• Mental Health Support
• Addiction Support
• Anti-Oppression Framework
• Supportive Employment
• Group Facilitation
• Leadership
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Electronic Record Keeping
• Community Kitchen Coordination
• Training and Supervision
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Influencing Skills
• Support Services
• Influencing Without Authority
• Organizational Change Management
• Record Keeping
• Organizational Leadership
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Data Analysis
• Mental Health
• Building Codes
• Child And Family Services
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Confidentiality
• Cooking
• Creativity
• Disabilities
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Food Programs
• Performance Review
• Program Management
• Coordinating
• Mental Health Act

• Social Services
• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Community Employment Specialist
• Busser / Banquet Worker / Cafeteria Attendant
• Food Service Counter Attendants
• Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week