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About the Role

This role is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals as outlined on menus in accordance with applicable food service and safety regulations, while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. The role contributes to the broader mission and values of The Salvation Army, upholding standards of service that reflect its spiritual and social commitment to the community.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in accordance with standardized recipes and specific dietary requirements or restrictions.
• Follow safe food handling and food-safe practices at all times during preparation and service.
• Utilize a variety of cooking methods, such as boiling, steaming, roasting, baking, grilling, and frying, to produce menu items.
• Rotate inventory properly and use food resources efficiently to minimize waste.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and sanitation procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain effective communication and cooperation with team members to ensure quality food production and service.
• Comply with hazard communication procedures, including the safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals and identification of potential allergens.
• Apply safe lifting and carrying techniques to prevent strain or injury.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining, and storage areas, including waste removal, in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene and participate in workplace inspections as required.
• Provide coordination to co-workers, students, or volunteers on food preparation and general kitchen maintenance when assigned and as directed, particularly in the absence of the supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of high school diploma plus one year of post-secondary education/training in culinary or related discipline.
• Food Safe Level 1.
• CPR First Aid (C) and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• 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 vulnerable sector check search.
• One year of prior related experience.
• Knowledge and application of food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of various dietary needs and restrictions (gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, allergen-free, etc.) and ability to prepare meals accordingly.
• An alternative level or combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

Skills

• 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.
• Acute attention to detail is essential for food preparation, cleaning, and safety protocols.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Demonstrated patience, understanding, and professionalism in all interactions.

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• One year of prior related experience

Education Level

• High school diploma
• Post-secondary education/training in culinary or related discipline
• Food Safe Level 1
• CPR First Aid (C)
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Salary/Compensations

• $21.30 to $22.35 with a maximum of $23.40

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodation upon request

About the Company

• 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.