Description
This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Flexibility in scheduling is required. The work schedule is determined in consultation with your supervisor and may vary according to requirements of responsibility. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break.
The operational hours of this facility are 24/7.
This is a unionized facility.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, cook & provide quality food services for clients.
- Prepare menus two months in advance in coordination with the Residential Services Manager.
- Prepare & cook meals in accordance with posted menus.
- Supervise the kitchen staff.
- Maintain the highest level of hygiene and cleanliness while performing all duties.
- Have thorough knowledge of all equipment, equipment function, and its efficient and safe operation.
- Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and sanitary.
- Keep all equipment clean and in accordance with health/good food safety practices.
- Perform all kitchen cleaning tasks as well as the washing of dishes, pots, and pans, as required.
- Record the count for all meals served.
- Deal with and report any problems, staff problems, organizational breakdowns, or necessary changes to the menu to the Residential Services Manager.
- Perform all other related tasks as requested by the Residential Services Manager.
- Order, manage and store all stock and supplies in accordance with safe health standards.
- Participate in all staff meetings and in-service training opportunities.
- Represent The Salvation Army Booth Centre in a professional manner.
- Ensure that all Health and Safety standards, OHSS standards are adhered to and followed through.
- Perform other position related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- College diploma or Certificate of Food Management/Preparation, and/or a combination of education and life-related experience in the field of food preparation.
- Two years’ experience in supervising and directing staff.
- Minimal 2 years working experience in the institutional/commercial food industry.
- First Aid & CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Food Safety certificates.
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:
- Maturity and ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
- Must have demonstrated ability to work both independently and under supervision.
- Self-motivated and disciplined.
- Be able to lift/move more than 20 – 40 pounds as required.
- An understanding of the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada.
Successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Screening.
The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
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