Food Services Coordinator - Winter Contract

Daily Rate: $151.43 - Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!
Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest	Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Employment Type: Seasonal Contract - January 2, 2027 to March 31, 2027 (Existing Vacancy)	Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Start Date: January 2, 2027	Deadline to Apply: October 30, 2026 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 Coordinator supports the delivery of food services at YMCA Camp Pine Crest by coordinating kitchen operations and guiding the Food Services Team in the preparation and service of meals. The position contributes to a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment, supports a positive experience for clients and guests, and works collaboratively with food services and program staff to meet group needs.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with the Food Services Director and Food Services Team to plan, prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks for Outdoor Centre groups, ensuring food quality, presentation, and timely service meet established standards
• Act as shift lead and designated supervisor in the absence of the Food Services Director
• Provide coaching, support, and guidance to Food Services Team members
• Liaise with the Outdoor Centre Director and program team to support group expectations
• Provide friendly, prompt, and professional service to clients, guests, and staff
• Follow and enforce health and safety procedures
• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen maintenance as required
• Share responsibility for maintaining clean, organized, and safe camp facilities
• Complete kitchen-related administrative tasks accurately and on time, including inventory records, cleaning checklists, and incident reports
• Support documentation for performance appraisals and complete other delegated tasks
• Attend and actively participate in staff training and meetings
• Model YMCA values, Pine Crest guiding principles, and Ontario Camps Association guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

• Food Handler Certificate valid from the first day of employment until at least the final day of the contract, or equivalent experience
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification or Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C certification issued by a WSIB-approved provider prior to the first day of work
• Minimum one year of experience supervising staff and two years of experience cooking in an institutional kitchen
• HACCP training and experience working with food allergies and dietary restrictions
• Excellent written communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team to achieve effective results
• Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to new and experienced staff
• Ability to provide timely, professional, and constructive feedback
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying up to 25 kg (55 lbs), and bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling as required
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, including performing repetitive tasks, operating commercial kitchen equipment, and working in varying temperatures such as hot kitchens, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging

If you are interested in this position and do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance in attaining them, please indicate in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to additional programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is to be determined on an individual basis.

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
• A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practices that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children, and youth
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Oriented, 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 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as 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 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

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 color, 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.

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