Positions Available: 1 

Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent 
Schedule:  Monday to Friday  

Hours of Work: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 
Posting Date: January 23, 2025 
Closing Date: February 6, 2025, 5:00 PM EST

Friends of Ruby (FoR) is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 through mental health services, social programs, and housing. We operate a Youth Drop-In Centre, offering barrier-free counselling, hot meals, and community programming, and a Transitional Home, providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support. 

If you are passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for marginalized youth, this is your chance to make an impact as a Food Service Coordinator.

About the Role 

As a Food Service Coordinator, you will: 

• Plan, prepare, and freeze nutritious meals, ensuring food and snacks are always available for the 33 residents of the House. 

• Plan and facilitate food programs, educating and coaching residents on cooking skills, healthy eating, food security, and grocery budgeting. 

• Collaborate with external partners to provide access to community support and food security. 

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with local community agencies and existing partnerships. 

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and report on food programming and budgeting. 

• Clean and maintain kitchen, ensure equipment in good order, keep safe food storage and remind participants to clean up after themselves in all communal areas. 

What You Bring 

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant field (Cook, Nutritionist, Health Educator, Dietitians, Social Services, Community Worker) and/or comparable work experience. 

• Minimum 2 years of experience food handling, cooking, and planning of meals preferably in a drop-in, kitchen, and/or shelter setting. 

• Food Handler certification is required (successful candidate can obtain at the start of their employment with FoR). 

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.   

• Lived and working experience in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. 

• Certification in CPR/First Aid and CPI training is an asset. 

Why Work With Us? 

• A welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice matters. 

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. 

• Flexible scheduling that fits your life. 

• Growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization. 

What We Need 

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check clearance. 

• Legal eligibility to work in Canada. 

• Availability for various shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays. 

Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please inform our People and Culture team. 

Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation. 

Apply by February 6, 2025, and help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. 

We cannot wait to hear from you! 💜