Temporary Part Time Cook/Housekeeper -Dorothy Day Place

Good Shepherd Centres • Hamilton, ON

12d • CA$24 - CA$24 • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Good Shepherd – Women's Services – Dorothy Day Place. Dorothy Day Place provides low-barrier permanent supportive housing to cis women, trans and non-binary individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness in the community. The program offers a hospitable and respectful environment for people who face significant personal and structural barriers to accessing and maintaining housing. Commitment to the provision of cultural safety and Trans/Gender positive space is prioritized. Dorothy Day operates within a trauma-informed, feminist, anti-racist/anti-oppressive framework and firmly rooted in harm reduction principles. The Cook/Housekeeper enhances the dignity and quality of life of our participants through the assumed responsibility for hospitality services by ensuring the overall cleanliness and respectful appearance of the facility and the provision of nutritious meals.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Residential or commercial kitchen cooking experience is required.
• Applicants should possess an appreciation and understanding of a range of issues impacting individuals including abuse, poverty, homelessness, mental health and substance use
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace health and safety practices and understanding of an employee's responsibility under current legislation.

Nice To Haves

• Menu planning experience is preferred
• Experience in inventory management is an asset
• Experience in the food serving industry is an asset
• Food Handlers certification is an asset
• A demonstrated commitment to the mission values of availability, flexibility, adaptability, hospitality and dignity
• Good Shepherd encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for hospitality services including: cleaning and sanitization of common areas, offices, and program spaces as well as facility laundry
• Participate in meal planning, preparation and serving
• Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety regulations, corporate and program policy
• Hospitality and availability are aided by providing an environment that is welcoming and dignified
• Must also be able to demonstrate flexibility in the carrying out of work in response to participant and organizational needs and must be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Responsible for participating in Good Shepherd's Health and Safety programs, procedures and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations to minimize risk to clients, staff and others as well as to the property of the Good Shepherd

Benefits

• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE / FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED