Cook

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 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:

Position Purpose summary:

The Cook performs general cooking duties in preparing food items as outlined in menus in accordance with applicable food service and safety regulations. Includes some general cleaning duties.

Accountabilities:

Food Services

• Create menu for monthly community meals.
• Prepare and serve attractive nutritious meals according to the prepared menu plans and in accordance with applicable food service and Canadas Food Guide and safety regulations.
• Make use of and decide on the best use of resources to minimize waste.

• Arrange for any special dietary needs and prepare an ongoing list of food supplies needed according to menus.
• Estimate food requirements for purchasing monitor and order food supplies; maintain inventory and records of food supplies and equipment.

• Receive check and store food supplies when they are delivered.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen and food storage areas (pantry freezers and fridges)
• Report to the supervisor if necessary regarding equipment that is required/or broken which needs to be repaired or replaced.

• Maintain relationship with local businesses vendors and donors.

Supervision

• Guide and support volunteers in processing and preparing food for the community meal according to health and safety regulations.

• Provide direction and supervision to volunteers working in the kitchen area.
• Oversee and support scheduled volunteers direct and demonstrate work methods and ensure they work together to achieve the purpose of the organization and enhance the ministries of The Salvation Army.

Health and Safety:

• Ensure food handler requirements are always adhered to by anyone working in or entering the kitchen.
• Ensure that Department of Health and Fire regulations are adhered to in the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Ensure that temperatures are recorded for the sterile refrigerator and freezer they are up to date for inspection.
• Maintain sanitation health and safety standards in work areas cleanliness of all equipment food preparation areas cooking surfaces dishes utensils drawers and cupboards.

• Follow guidelines for the safety and security of food and equipment and monitor practices to ensure adherence; complete light cleaning duties to maintain defined work areas.

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

Perform other related duties as required.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Internal:

• Corps Officers employees and volunteers

External:

• Community Donors Health Inspector Vendors

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Reports directly to the Corps Officer
• Direct reports: None
• Responsible for providing supervision training direction and assigning responsibilities to up to 5 volunteers but generally works alongside those supervised.
• Report to supervisor volunteer behaviors that are not in keeping with program expectations.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Assist with food management complete food inventories donations/product flow and distribution of same.
• Required to work within assigned budget.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Is this position a temporary part-time position based on 15 hours per week.
• Use of kitchen tools and appliances (i.e. knives stove/oven dishwasher etc.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear appropriate footwear and clothing i.e. closed-toed slip resistant footwear etc.

• Ability to lift/move objects on a regular basis up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• This job requires involves working in a standing position for long periods of time and lifting heavy kitchen items walking carrying sitting reaching bending twisting climbing stooping kneeling and crouching frequently.
• Some travel is required using Ministry Unit program vehicle to pick up supplies on occasion.

Normal hours of work: 11:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturdays and includes a ½ hour unpaid meal break and 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays with some flexibility in scheduling may be required dependent on operational requirements.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

education experience Qualifications certifications skills:

• Current Safe Food Handlers Certification is required.
• High School Diploma plus culinary education and training of one academic year.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Up to one (1) year of experience in a kitchen/food preparation and service environment.
• Knowledge and application of food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques and knowledge of food preparation methods.
• Understanding various dietary needs and restrictions i.e. gluten-free vegetarian allergen-free etc. and ability to prepare meals accordingly.
• Experience supervising volunteers.
• Valid Ontario Class G Drivers License a current copy of a drivers abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion is required.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Acute attention to detail is essential for food preparation cleaning and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage time to ensure meal preparation cleaning and other duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional positive and engaging manner.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Participate as an active and responsible team member.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Ability to exercise good judgement.

• Lead by example by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.

• Exhibit good listening skills Excellent interpersonal skills integrity and adaptability.

• Effective organizational and time management 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 screening.
• 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.

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.