Job Café

The Job Café offers short-term, casual labour for individuals who are unable to work full-time. We assist people to earn additional income and to contribute to the community in a variety of ways.

Do you need help with casual work?

Do you have tasks such as:

  • Cleaning a back alley?
  • Sweeping a parking lot?
  • Shipping/receiving tasks that require extra help for a short period?
  • Clean-up jobs in a basement or store-room?
  • Weekly or daily help with flower beds or landscaping?

The Job Café will:

  • Meet/talk with you to arrange details and establish a rate of pay for the job
  • Arrange for workers to complete the work
  • Provide initial support if required to get the job started
  • Offer any mediation or problem-solving as required
  • Follow up to ensure you are satisfied with the job

As the employer you will:

  • Ensure that the workers meet your expectations before the job begins
  • Be responsible for supervision and guidance of the individual - they are working for you
  • Provide the tools and workspace necessary for the job to be completed
  • Pay the individuals at the agreed upon rate
  • It is preferable to pay cash upon completion of the work.

Do you need help with snow shoveling?

During the winter months we offer a snow shoveling service - we match homeowners with people looking for casual labour. This is an informal matching service - homeowners meet the person and make specific plans once the person arrives at their home. We recommend a $10 an hour payment. The Working Centre offers mediation and problem-solving assistance as required.

How to Reach Us

For more information about Job Café, contact Don:
Phone: 519-513-9225
E-mail: don@theworkingcentre.org

Where and When We Are

Location:

Job Café is based at 97 Victoria Street North.

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