Cook - Shelter (PT)

The Mustard SEED Society•Saskatoon, SK

2h•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Food Services team, the Cook plays a vital role in various aspects of the kitchen. In supporting meal service, the Cook plans, prepares and cooks food to ensure the highest quality meals and experience for guests. Other duties of the Cook include the storage, distribution, and cleanup of meal service. Recognizing that healthy community and relationships are integral to poverty alleviation, the Cook will not only support the production of nutritionally adequate meals, but also support The Mustard Seed’s mission and values, and create a space of belonging, growth, and wellbeing for volunteers, people accessing services, and staff members.

Requirements

Food Service certification and/or considerable experience working in food services including food preparation and meal planning skills
Valid First Aid Certification
Valid Food Safety Certification
Understanding of poverty issues within the inner-city and willingness to continue to learn, particularly about food insecurity
Flexible spirit able to adapt to changing situations and solve problems creatively
Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards clients with addictions, mental illness, physical disabilities, behavioural issues, and/or medical issues
Cultural sensitivity and respect for client individuality and self determination
Strong interpersonal skills: able to work with a variety of groups and personality types
Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
Strong organizational and communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e., Word, Outlook, Excel) and ability to learn new software programs
Strong leadership skills: able to support and train staff and volunteers
Must be able to drive and meet all TMS requirements to do so (valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract)
An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed.
As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
This position requires the use of a company vehicle. Candidate must have and maintain valid driver’s licence and will need to consent to a driver’s abstract request.

Nice To Haves

A broad knowledge of and experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve daily meals during scheduled shift
Manage the preparation, portioning, service, and storage of meals at designated locations
Maintain cleanliness of food areas and kitchen safety, in accordance with building code standards
Comply with all Saskatchewan Health Authority standards, legislation and bylaws to ensure required food safe practices are followed when receiving (by purchase or donation), storing and handling (preparing and serving) food
Safely transport food from our housing location to the shelter
Participate in monthly menu planning while maintaining flexibility to incorporate donations as possible in order to ensure wise stewardship of budget
Maintain specific records including meal plans and any changes, quantities, daily notes
Work with Volunteer Services to build a rewarding and meaningful volunteer experience for those helping in the kitchen, including staff and volunteers
Ensure that volunteers in the kitchen treat all community participants with dignity and care, consistent with the values of The Mustard Seed
Train and mentor those helping in the kitchen such as staff and volunteers on cooking, food handling, safety and interpersonal skills related to working in the kitchen/with guests.
Understand and communicate the root causes of poverty and poverty alleviation to those helping in the kitchen
Build relationships, contribute to and promote a climate of cooperation, respect, gratitude, safety and mutual support with and among supervisors, co-workers, volunteers, donors and community participants
Maintain a high level of professionalism and adhere to all policies and procedures including but not limited to Health & Safety and HR policies and procedures
Complete required training and attend and contribute to team meetings and other events
Other duties may be assigned