Position Description

About Us

As an expression of Forestview Church Without Walls’ local outreach missions, we oversee an initiative called Next Door Social Space (NDSS). NDSS comprises two social enterprises: Rolling Horse Community Cycle (RH) and Next Door Community Kitchen (ND). These two programs foster human connection, promote healthy living, and address social and spiritual challenges for those experiencing varied levels of poverty and marginalization in our community. ND offers free meals and community engagement programs, in a hospitable environment where all are welcome. Both RH and ND operate under the leadership of FV and receive operational support from the church alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

Forestview Church (FV) is a non-denominational congregation of 300+ people in North Oakville, Ontario. Founded in 1993 we exist to be a place where people meet Jesus and become more like Him. We are an independent, missional, evangelical church that collaborates with other like-minded congregations across Canada and we are a member of Vision Ministries Canada. As a church, we are committed to incarnational missional ministry throughout the Halton region.

Why do we exist?

To be a community where people meet Jesus and become more like Him.

Position Overview

The Kitchen Coordinator is responsible for planning, preparing, and executing the weekly meal service for the Next Door Community Kitchen. This role oversees menu development, food-donation utilization, volunteer coordination during food preparation and service, and overall kitchen organization. The Kitchen Coordinator ensures the delivery of healthy, dignifying meals aligned with our food-rescue mission and community-care values.

• Position Title: Kitchen Coordinator
• Organization: Next Door Community Kitchen / Next Door Social Space / Forestview Church
• Position Type: Part-Time Contract (8 hours/week)
• Reports To: Next Door Kitchen On-Site Manager
• Location: 650 Plains Road East, Unit 2&3, Burlington, ON, L7T 2E9

Key Responsibilities

Menu Planning and Food Operations

• Develop weekly menus that reflect available rescued food, nutrition goals, and program needs.
• Lead the healthy food rescue process by incorporating Food for Life and other donated food into meal planning and production.
• Coordinate and receive all Food for Life donations, ensuring proper sorting, safe storage, and timely use.
• Lead volunteers during food preparation, cooking, and serving, fostering a warm and welcoming service environment.
• Manage all aspects of kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and end-of-day cleanup.
• Oversee pantry organization, storage systems, and ingredient rotation.
• Monitor supply levels regularly and communicate replenishment needs to the supervisor.

Volunteer Leadership and Kitchen Environment

• Provide clear direction, coaching, and support to kitchen volunteers throughout each shift.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive environment for volunteers, community members, and partner organizations.
• Ensure kitchen workflow runs efficiently and aligns with program schedules and standards.

Scheduling and Hours

• Regular weekly shift: Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., covering Community Lunch preparation and service, Breakfast Set-Up, and kitchen operations.
• The remaining hour per week is used for menu planning, donation management, or other operational tasks, subject to supervisor approval.
• Schedule changes may occur based on program needs and will be discussed in advance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial, community, or high-volume kitchen setting is preferred.
• Strong menu-planning, organizational, and time-management capabilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate volunteers with confidence and care.
• Skilled in making creative, efficient use of rescued or variable food supplies.
• Knowledge of food safety principles; Valid Food Handler Certification is required or to be obtained upon hiring.
• Reliable, self-directed, and comfortable operating as a key leader in a mission-driven environment.
• Comfortable interacting and engaging with patience and compassion with our diverse community members who come to eat.

Compensation

• $19.00 per hour
• Average 8 hours per week
• 4% vacation pay provided on each pay
• Contract term and layoff/termination conditions determined in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA)

How to Apply

Please email resume and cover letter to payton.frappier@forestviewchurch.ca