Kitchen Assistant (Daycare)

Yonge Street Mission (YSM) is a vibrant, non-profit Christian organization leading a collective movement to end chronic poverty in Toronto. Since 1896, we’ve worked to transform the lives of people living with poverty, going beyond immediate needs by offering wrap-around support via holistic programs and services, and a pathway which enables vulnerable youth, families in need, adults experiencing poverty and vulnerable communities to move from surviving to thriving.

To make this happen, we are passionate about investing in the people we work with, and look for a diverse range of staff who are key for us to advance our mission: Christians who have a heart for neighbours in need, a desire to transform the lives of our community members, and who believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect.

If you are inspired by our vision and feel a true call to contribute to YSM’s work, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

As a staff member at YSM, some of the things you can look forward to include a values-based and highly collaborative and engaging work environment with a high value on staff’s mental health and well-being; meaningful, innovative and impactful work, with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and the community. Our competitive Total Rewards compensation package also includes Group RRSP matching, annual leave and paid personal days, comprehensive health and dental care coverage, an Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes counselling services by Christian professionals, and numerous other perks.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant at the Yonge Street Mission Davis Centre Daycare location, for 16 hours per week (5 days/week). If you enjoy working in a kitchen alongside staff and children, then this is your opportunity. You will develop skills in working in a kitchen environment, as well as building relationships with staff, parents and children. We believe that cultivating a place where children can thrive is important and making sure they are fed with healthy, nutritious food will support their growth and development.

Responsibilities:

• Daily duties will include: heating food, assembling snacks, cutting fruit/vegetables, portioning the food, and delivering the food to the classrooms. This includes children with special dietary needs.
• Ensure safe food storage and disposal, including maintaining temperature logs.
• Comply with all public health regulations within best practices, for daycares.
• Follow proper washing and sanitizing procedures for all dishware after collection from classrooms.
• Maintain the kitchen cleaning schedule, including dishwashing, daily, weekly and monthly duties.
• Duties and responsibilities may change from time to time, to meet the needs of the daycare centre.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good interpersonal skills, conflict resolution skills and problem-solving skills.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Must be 18 years old and able to commit to 16 hours per week - 15 hours in the kitchen and 1 hour covering staff meetings.
• Food Handler Certification is required.
• CPR and First Aid.
• Demonstrate personal commitment to YSM’s principles of faith, mission and values.

Compensation: YSM will pay a starting rate of $23.15 an hour for this part-time role, combined with a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks.

Deadline for Application: Until filled.

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

YSM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Please note that this position is for an existing vacancy, and YSM does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include candidate screening and shortlisting, assessment and selection.

Learn more about YSM at www.ysm.ca 

Date Posted: October 28, 2026