Cook

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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 position provides food preparation to service the community lunch and dinner meals and Evergreen Shelter guest meals. The cook is responsible for providing quality food according to the approved menu, follow safety, hygiene and nutrition standards and work as part of the Food Service Team. Accountabilities: FOOD PRODUCTION: The incumbent is responsible for the duties listed below as well as other similar duties that may arise in the daily course of a kitchen. Able to cook, bake and taste food on a consistent basis, including but not limited to meats, fish, vegetables, soups, casseroles sauces, desserts, cookies, muffins, sandwiches, and salads Able to organize and have food prepared on time for meal services that are of high quality and are well presented. For some meals, provide written directions on servings and warm up directions. Accurately prepare portions of food to minimize waste Prepare food for special events Demonstrate flexibility in making menu substitutions when warranted Prepare for next day, including making sure items are removed from the freezer as per Food Safe standards Adhere to principles/directives of Food Safe in storage, handling, and preparation of food Labelling, dating, and storing foods in kitchen following Food Safe guidelines Consistently keeps work areas clean and sanitized May assist Food Coordinator with ensuring that orders are correct, properly rotated, stored and labelled Ensure the correct meal is served when requested as per dietary requisitions Operate all equipment safely as per operating procedures Work cooperatively with Food Coordinator, staff and volunteers for a smooth, professional delivery of services Assist with managing leftovers and clean up at the end of shift as needed Take directions from Food Service Coordinator Monitor and records food temperature during storage, preparation, cooking, and service all phases of food served ( HACCP standards are to be met) Instruct and direct volunteers in preparation duties May assist with cleaning tasks Able to be flexible with duties to ensure teamwork and cooperation Perform other related duties as required RECORD KEEPING: Keeps simple records and completes incident reports as necessary Completing any required documentation as per the contracts for the programs ADMINISTRATION: May place order for food supplies Assists Food Coordinator in planning menus HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIROMENTAL: Cleans all food preparation devices ensuring they are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness using the appropriate cleaning products. Ensures the appropriate records are entered daily and filed. Reports any problems to the Food Coordinator. Ensures the security, safety, and sanitation of the kitchen in accordance with standards set out Ensure the kitchen, food storage, fridge/freezer are always kept clean and organized . Ensures high standards of sanitation and cleanliness are maintained throughout the kitchen, and food storage areas including removing kitchen waste. Demonstrate a high standard of personal hygiene. Is required to wear the full clean uniform and/or apron provided when on duty in the kitchen Laundry Ocean Crest has had long-standing polices of providing a safe and healthful workplace, protecting the environment and conserving energy and natural resources. Every employee is expected to follow this policy and to report any environmental, health or safety concern or suggestion for improving our environmental impact to their manager COMMUNICATIONS: Communicates clearly with Food Coordinator and other staff, volunteers and guests in a positive and encouraging manner Ensure all contact with donors, the public, staff from other agencies, and with staff from other Salvation Army programs are courteous and professional PERSONNEL: Completes the required time sheet accurately recording hours worked including sick days and holidays, totals the hours, signs, and gives the time sheet to the Supervisor at the completion of each 2 week pay period. Working Conditions: The incumbent's work environment is typically in the Kitchen/Dining Room, storage, and laundry

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