Canada Summer Jobs - Kitchen Helper
About The Position
The position focuses on serving and maintaining the dining room, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, and providing general support to the kitchen operations. 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. 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Food Safe Certification is required.
- Standard First Aid + CPR & AED.
- Clearance through internal Salvation Army child & youth abuse prevention protocols.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Capability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Nice To Haves
- Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
- Up to 3 months of related experience is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Sets tables, serves meals, and sets up dining room.
- Ensures the safety of clients through proper handling of food according food standards.
- Follows legislative procedures and Salvation Army standards for clean and dirty dishes.
- Ensures the appropriate disposal of food waste in accordance with regulations.
- Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and dining room (washing dishes, cleaning dining room tables, kitchen and dining room floors, and other kitchen equipment).
- Keeps simple records and completes incident reports as necessary.
- May prepare simple foods and drinks.
- Always maintain exceptional personal cleanliness.
- Handwashing and use of provided personal protective equipment (gloves, aprons, etc.) is mandatory.
- Adhere to safe food handling procedures, including proper storage, preparation, and cooking methods to prevent cross-contamination and foodborne illnesses.
- Operate all kitchen equipment safely and responsibly, adhering to proper usage guidelines to prevent accidents.
- Understand and abide by hazard communication protocols, including the correct use and storage of cleaning chemicals and potential allergen identification.
- Apply proper lifting and carrying techniques for heavy items to avoid physical strain or injury.
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
- Assist with receiving and stocking food and kitchen supply orders.
- Minor material responsibilities, e.g., proper use and safekeeping of purchased food and donations.
- Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
- Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.
Benefits
- health and dental benefits
- paid vacation and sick time
- RRSP's
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
