Cook – Casual – Hamilton Booth

This is a casual/relief 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.

Shifts: Various

This is a Unionized position.

Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

• 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.

• 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.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation.

If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

Internal Applicants, please advise Department Heads of your intentions prior to submitting your application.