Kitchen Helper (Summer Student)

Job details
Pay
$17.20–$24.01 an hour
Job type
Part-time
 
Location
Newmarket, ON
 
Full job description
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.
Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:
The Kitchen Helper plays a crucial role in ensuring that nutritious meals are prepared and served in compliance with applicable food service and safety regulations. This helps to ensure that the health and well-being of our clients are maintained while also promoting healthy eating habits.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Food Service
Assist with preparation for daily meals and snacks, portions, and presents meals and snacks to be served to residents, visitors, and at special events.
special catering functions.
Clean and sanitize dishes and cookware after each meal.
Assist with menu preparation.
Assist with storage of leftovers.
Checks and records the temperatures of a walk-in and a reach-in refrigerator and a freezer twice daily.
Prepares production estimations and quantity requirements, such as defrosting meat, and requisitions for supplies from the storeroom according to menu requirements.
Ensures that workstations are cleaned and sanitized daily.
Develop a positive working relationship with co-workers, residents, superiors, volunteers and visitors.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Administration Responsibilities
Attend staff team meetings as required.
Assist with maintaining statistical records for the program and Salvation Army.
Assist in developing menus in accordance with policy and procedure and core standards.
Organizational Responsibilities
The incumbent will adhere to standards of The Salvation Army Food Services safety practices, meal planning and meal service as well as the Regional Municipality of York’s Core Standards.
Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings and in service training
Read and follow the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employees Handbook
Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and coworkers of Belinda’s Place.
Read and follow the Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Plan.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Governance Boards and Councils: None
Internal:
Dietary Staff; clients; BP staff
External:
n/a

Financial Responsibilities
N/A

Managerial/Technical Leadership Responsibility:
Reporting directly to dietary and environmental coordinator

WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is an onsite role, working both inside and on the grounds of Belinda’s Place
8 week temporary employment , 30 hrs/week

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
Completed High School Diploma and working towards post-secondary education
Must be able to lift more than 20 pounds.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of and a commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression and equity.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Must have good interpersonal/time management skills
QUALIFICATIONS:
Completed towards High School Diploma
Must be able to lift more than 20 pounds
One year of prior related experience preferred
Thorough knowledge and understanding of and a commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression and equity.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
A current vulnerable back ground check acceptable to The Salvation Army

Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.20 to $20.01 with a maximum of $24.01.
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
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
 
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