Cook

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Windsor, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Minimum Secondary School Diploma; diploma/education in food services is an asset
Minimum one year experience in commercial cooking
Experience in cooking multiple meals for large groups
Must have Valid “Food Handlers Certificate”
Good knowledge of nutrition and creative (making multiple uses with available inventory)
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to follow detailed instructions and fast learner
Ability to work independently and work well on a team
Must be physically able to work long periods of time on their feet
Able to lift objects up to 30 lbs., bend and twist when you are in the kitchen
Criminal Police Investigation Check (CPIC), WHIMS certificate, and medical clearance with TB test
Must have Valid Food Handlers Certificate, and Health and Safety Awareness for Ontario Workers training certificate

Nice To Haves

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training preferred

Responsibilities

Complete all duties in accordance with the Standards and Policies & Procedures of The Salvation Army WCOH
Participate in regular staff meetings to review operational effectiveness, changes in policies and procedures, and in-service training
Make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to the manager
Prepare and serve all meals in accordance with menu provided on his/her shift. Menu changes permitted only with the managers’ approval
Food preparation including but not restricted to: washing, chopping, peeling, mixing, cooking and baking
Prepare inventory list
Accepting deliveries from vendors, checking the invoice with products received and store products accordingly
Ensure that all food donations received on shift are recorded properly on the donation record binder
Assists in sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen utensils, including tools, containers, fridge, walk in cooler, freezer, both pantry and food holding areas.
Ensure that all work areas are clean prior to completion of every meal
Adhere to proper standards of hygiene and safe handling of foods while performing duties
Adhere to fire and health and safety standards pertaining to the kitchen and other areas of the Centre
Adhere to the guidelines of proper food safety at all times
Ensure that pantry, walk in freezer and fridge are locked prior to end of shift
Communicate with other kitchen staff effectively and manage volunteers and community service hours workers in the kitchen
Always keep kitchen walk in cooler, freezer, both pantry and dining room area clean and tidy
Other job related duties as assigned by the manager.
Provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Promote the mission, policies and objectives of The Salvation Army
Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and coworkers of The Salvation Army WCOH
Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution
Act in the best interest of the employer at all times