Cook (union position)

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• Must be able to follow Canada’s Food Guide to prepare meals in a community residential facility for adult male offenders released to the community
• Maintain food services and follow an approved menu plan
• Prepare food in accordance with food safety guidelines and Universal Precautions
• Treat all clients with respect and dignity
• Perform other position related duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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.  This is a continuous operation (24/7) facility.

Shifts: Various

• Must have completed grade 12
• Safe Food Handling Certificate is required
• Have a valid, current certification in First Aid & CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• One year of cooking experience in a commercial or institutional setting

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Able to obtain Enhanced Reliability Screening through Correctional Services Canada
• Requires screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

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

In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees in Canada.  The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.

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