Kitchen Cook

This position is responsible for creating nourishing and balanced meals that provide sustenance, warmth, and comfort to those who rely on our services. The Cook ensures that the kitchen operates efficiently, meals are prepared to high standards, and dietary requirements are met while maintaining a strong commitment to food safety and community engagement.

• Prepares meals including meals for special dietary needs of the residents.
• Adapts work practices within specific parameters to ensure the efficient delivery of food services.
• Makes use of and decides on the best use of resources, including donations to minimize waste.
• Follows guidelines for the safety and security of food and equipment and monitors practices to ensure adherence.
• May perform some employee supervisory duties in the absence of the Food Services Manager and Kitchen Supervisor.
• May supervises students, volunteers, and/or residents in work therapy.
• May order food supplies.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness at all times within the kitchen and storage areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

HOURS:

• Flexibility in hours is expected: work includes evenings, weekends and holidays

Education/Certifications:

• High School diploma, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months.
• Current and up-to-date WHIMS, First Aid Level I, Food Safe Level I.

Experience:

• One to three years of Cooking experience with at least one year in Institutional Cooking.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Must be fluent in English, both orally and written.
• Is knowledgeable about food preparation and is familiar with kitchen equipment.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to adhere to the Mission Statement and values of The Salvation Army.
• Has the ability to stand for extended periods.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• Clean drivers abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements. 

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application