Kitchen Helper - Summer Student

Community Support Connections • Breslau, ON

2d • CA$18 • Onsite

About The Position

At Community Support Connections, we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our clients, who may be your parents, grandparents, friends, or neighbours. Through the support of volunteers, donors, and community partners, we offer a variety of community services for older adults and individuals with disabilities, enabling them to live independently and with dignity in their own homes. We are a caring, client-centered organization that continuously seeks innovative ways to provide the best possible care and support. Our passion and commitment are reflected in our values, guiding us to treat clients, volunteers, donors, and each other with respect. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from various backgrounds and life experiences. We believe that empowering our staff leads to greater productivity and happiness, which in turn allows us to better serve our clients and volunteers.

This summer student position is part of the Kitchen Team, supporting our Meals on Wheels program. The role involves preparing nutritious meals for vulnerable clients who are unable to cook for themselves, helping them maintain their independence, nutrition, and strength. This is a hands-on, fast-paced kitchen opportunity that offers a meaningful summer experience and skill-building.

This job is funded through Canada Summer Jobs 2026.

Requirements

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant Ontario legislation and regulations, including having a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment
• Successful candidate must be available to work for the entire 9-week contract
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes
• Practice food safety by storing food according to food handling safety regulations
• Prepare food to be cooked by washing peeling and cutting as needed
• Prepare, portion and package desserts and salads
• Package frozen meals under the direction of the Chef/Kitchen Manager and/or Sous Chef
• Ensure the safe and proper use of kitchen equipment in food production
• Ensure cleanliness of the kitchen area is held to the highest standard at all times, especially during food production. This includes cleaning up food spills immediately and cleaning all surfaces, tools, equipment and appliances on a daily basis
• End of day clean up including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and sanitizing dish area and equipment
• Assist with preparation of various dishes and desserts and the assembly of meals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed