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Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Prepares food for residents, guests and for catered functions according to established menu rotation.
• Reviews menus and makes suggestions for changes, to the Support Services Manager, in consultation with caregiving staff.
• Coordinates food preparation and service in the kitchen.
• Stores perishable food and avoids waste as per established guidelines.
• Advises the Support Services Manager of inventory needs for kitchen equipment & utensils and assists in the purchasing of items.
• Checks accuracy and presentation of served food
• Checks menu items and recommendations as required.
• Participates in department and Quality Improvement activities.
• Informs Support Services Manager of unsafe equipment or conditions and food supply concerns (e.g. Food shortages, food quality concerns, supply availability.)
• Performs all cleaning duties and ensures that Food Services area (storage, kitchen, dining room) are clean, orderly, and meet expected standards. 
• Ensure that all food service areas and equipment are maintained and in good working order. Report any deficiencies to the Support Services Manager. 
• Completes written reports, as required.
• Attends meetings and workshops/inservices.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Standing for long period of time daily to prepare meals. 

• Lifting pots and pans filled with food and carrying supplies. Occasional lifting of boxes, sacks, and other items up to 25 kg. 

• Working with sharp tools/utensils daily. 

• Must be in good physical condition that allows bending, kneeling or stooping to lift items such as loads of dishes, kitchen tools, machinery, and food preparation equipment. 

• Required to wear close-toed, non-skid shoes.  These shoes are a personal expense and must always be worn. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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. 

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. 

Education, Qualifications and Certifications: 

• High School Diploma/GED 

• Certificate in culinary skills is an added advantage 

• Food Safe Handling Certificate 

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. 

Experience and Knowledge: 

• Minimum 1-year experience in an institutional or commercial kitchen. 
• Strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures, health, and safety standards. 
• Knowledge of food preparation, quantity of food to prepare to minimize wastage and sanitation procedures 

Skills and Capabilities: 

• Good communication skills and be able to work in a team setting. 
• Reliability and punctuality are essential 
• Able to observe all safety precautions and safe work practices. 
• Able to work as relief cook when called upon. 

This is a casual position with no fixed working schedule. There are 2 openings.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.