Kitchen Helper On Call Casual

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Port Alberni, BC

7d•CA$18 - CA$26•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kitchen Helper to assist the Cook in preparing meals. This role is on-call and casual. For over 130 years, The Salvation Army has served communities across Canada and Bermuda, helping over 2 million people annually with necessities like food, clothing, and shelter, while also supporting those facing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges. As a faith- and values-based organization, we embrace diversity and offer a place for everyone to belong.

Requirements

Willingness to work within the mission, vision & values of The Salvation Army.
Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect and empathy.
Completed Public School, and/or High School plus culinary education/training courses.
More than three months of prior related experience, including life skills, and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures.
Ability and willingness 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 to operate industrial dishwashing equipment.
Moderate to high attention when using motorized equipment, handling hazardous chemicals and Ability to use non-motorized/general cleaning equipment.
Understanding of various dietary needs and restrictions (gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, allergen-free, etc.) and ability to prepare meals accordingly.
Knowledge and application of food safety standards and sanitation regulations.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Strong verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and interact with diverse groups of people.
Capability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to efficiently manage time to ensure meal preparation, cleaning, and other duties are completed in a timely manner.
Acute attention to detail is essential for food preparation, cleaning, and safety protocols.
Ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise during meal preparation or service.
Good physical stamina is beneficial as the job may involve standing for long periods and lifting heavy kitchen items.

Responsibilities

Assist the cook in the preparation of specific food items and with the serving of food.
Clean the kitchen and kitchen equipment as assigned.
Wash dishes, saucepans, pots and utensils used in the operation of the kitchen.
Follow work practices to ensure the efficient delivery of food services.
Follow policy on the use of donated foods.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Assist with receiving and stocking food and kitchen supply orders.
Proper use and safekeeping of purchased food and donations.