Cook at The Salvation Army in Canada

Who We Are

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.

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY

This role is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals as outlined on menus in accordance with applicable food service and safety regulations, while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. The role contributes to the broader mission and values of The Salvation Army, upholding standards of service that reflect its spiritual and social commitment to the community.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Incumbents may perform all, some, or similar range of duties as below.

• Prepares meals; may prepare 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 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
• May supervises students, volunteers and / or residents in work therapy
• May order food supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned

NOTE: Not all incumbents perform all of the duties described above but perform a similar range of duties.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Internal: Ministry Unit leadership, kitchen staff

External: Clients, vendors, volunteers

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports directly to the Food Services Manager
• The incumbent is responsible as a group/work leader. They are responsible for providing direction and checking results, but generally works along with those supervised.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

The incumbent is involved in minor financial matters regularly, or on a relief basis, or has responsibility for the wise use of their own resources.

They may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash.

The incumbent has very little input into the annual budget.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The incumbent’s work environment is typically in a kitchen in a ministry unit/social services facility.
• The performance of the job requires a frequent amount of standing, moderate amounts of lifting, cutting, chopping, carrying supplies and walking.
• The incumbent is required to lift more than 50 pounds.

The Incumbent Will Work Under The Following Disagreeable Conditions:

• Dealing with angry people
• Verbal Abuse
• Hot/Steamy environment
• Noisy
• Crowded in some cases
• Pressure with timelines
• Cuts, Burns and entering freezers
• The incumbent is required to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Physical attacks by others (verbal)
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Moving objects
• Sharp objects
• Electrical hazards
• Injury from lifting
• Falling on wet/slippery floors
• Cuts, Burns and entering freezers

Added by Winnipeg Centre of Hope

• Potential of physical, verbal and mental abuse within workplace (by participants)
• Potential of exposure to infectious diseases
• Potential of exposure to bodily fluids (human waste)
• Potential of sharp objects
• Potential of pressures of timelines
• Potential of objects falling off high shelving
• Potential of slippery or wet surfaces
• Potential of exposure to odors
• Potential of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):

• Universal Precautions
• Use of rubber mats
• Use coats provided to go into freezers
• Use gloves provided
• Immunization for Hepatitis B
• Vaccination against Tuberculosis

Added By Winnipeg Centre Of Hope

• WHMIS Training
• Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR
• Criminal Record Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check
• Driver’s Abstract
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
• Use of protective masks (as needed)

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• The successful job applicant will have completed High School, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months.
• Completion of high school diploma plus one year of post-secondary education/training in culinary or related discipline.
• Cook’s papers (1 year course)

See Precautionary Measures

Added By Winnipeg Centre Of Hope

• Culinary School Graduate
• Cook Trade Certification
• Valid Food Safe Certificate
• Valid WHMIS

Experience And Knowledge Requirements

One to three years of prior related experience, with at least one year of institutional cooking experience.

An alternative level or combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

Skills And Capabilities

The performance of the job requires frequent attention to the preparation of food, reading recipes, adhering to safety procedures and regulations and occasionally ordering supplies

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.
• Acute attention to detail is essential for food preparation, cleaning, and safety protocols.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Demonstrated patience, understanding, and professionalism in all interactions.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.40 to $17.40 with a maximum of $17.40.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.