Description
This is a casual/relief position with no standard weekly hours of work and no guaranteed work hours. Work will be offered on an as needed basis. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break. The operational hours of this facility are 24/7.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Service Responsibilities
- Maintenance of quality food preparation and service, in accordance with the approved monthly menu.
- Production of balanced meals economically by using all food donations.
- Supervise, direct, and instruct kitchen helpers in food preparation.
- Provide instruction and supervision to kitchen helpers and volunteers.
- Supervise Community Service Volunteers, recording their hours worked.
- Ensure that food waste is kept to a minimum.
- Assist with checking and putting away food orders on arrival from suppliers.
- Clean all food preparation devices ensuring they are maintained to a high state of cleanliness.
- Ensure the kitchen, pantry and the walk-in freezer/fridge are kept clean and organized at all times.
- Keep updated inventory of all provisions used including donations received etc.
- Prepare special luncheons, etc., as necessary to accommodate visits, etc.
- On completion of day, ensure the dining room tables and chairs are washed and the area is tidy.
- Ensure that proper safety precautions and hygiene standards are followed, including Universal Precautions.
- Treat all clients with respect and dignity at all times.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Maintain all records and reports as required.
Organizational Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of The Salvation Army Hamilton Booth Centre Policy and Procedures Manual and make suggestions to improve the same.
- Meet with the Food Manager for supervision as scheduled.
- Engage in formal evaluation sessions with the Food Manager at six and twelve months in the first year and annually thereafter.
- Model appropriate qualities for this position – i.e., self-motivation, punctuality, and personal hygiene.
- Commit to and sign the agency and clients’ confidentiality form.
- Attend staff meetings of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, Hamilton, Staff Training workshops and conferences, as authorized by the Centre.
- Work within mandate and mission of the Salvation Army.
- Represent The Salvation Army Hamilton Booth Centre in a professional manner.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be in agreement and comply with the Mission Statement of The Salvation Army Booth Centre, Hamilton.
- College diploma or Certificate of Food Management/Preparation, and/or a combination of education and life-related experience in the field of food preparation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to establish and implement goals and plans for self and staff.
- Maturity and ability to exercise sound judgement.
- Possess a current First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Ability to work both independently and under supervision.
- Ability to lift/carry loads up to forty pounds.
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening.
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