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:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate/diploma in food preparation
• Two years experience in a residential setting
• Safe food handling certificate
• Knowledge in the use of food service equipment
• Ability to organize work
• Report crisis and conflict to Supervisor and Intake Workers
• Diversity awareness and appreciation
• Ability to work with others effectively
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal
• First aid/CPR certification
• WHMIS training an asset
• Clean CPIC – Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must be supportive of the mandate and mission of The Salvation Army

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan (by check ingredients and items) and prepare meals in accordance with published menu
• Prepare lunch bags, snacks and saved dinners on daily basis in accordance to the task list distribution sheet
• Provide sufficient preparation for the next day’s meal service, including pulling any needed items from the freezer
• Inform changes of the menu to supervisor and update menu posted in dining room. Cooks must record the date, meal and reason for substitution
• Ensure proper food handling procedures are followed in order from start to end of shift, such hair net, handwashing, surfaces are cleaned and disinfected, check for labels and food storage items, etc.…
• Ensure surplus food is properly cooled, stored and labeled with dates and cook’s name at the end of the meal service
• Follow guidelines for the safety and security of food and equipment and monitor practices to ensure adherence
• Ensure Health and safety procedure are followed such as, proper footwear, use of safety gloves, cutting method, lifting procedures, floor sigh /floor safety, personal belongings stored outside of kitchen area etc.…
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and service counter including floors, countertops, sinks, equipment such as, ovens, stove, fridges, dishwashers, mixer, steamtable, coffee machine, dishes used by cooks and residents as well as trays.
• Report any health and safety concerns verbally and in writing to your primary supervisor immediately. If supervisor is not onsite, the person on-call need is to be contacted.
• Follow the cleaning schedule provided to each cook in accordance to each shift task distribution
• Make use of and decide on best use of resources, including donations to minimize waste
• Accept and organize deliveries or products and donations accordingly
• Add missing items needed for order in accordance to the menu
• Ingredients will be provided for all cooks as per the order request. Personal ingredients are not permitted for shelter food preparation.
• Store incoming supplies as directed, check and restock supplies in the kitchen and service counter as required
• Complete shift duties from posted shift lists tasks and verbal instructions from primary supervisor
• Adhere to established departmental policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, sanitation, environment and infection control
• Performs special catering duties as required for special events

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Agree with and willing to support ER’s Mission and Values Statements
• Maintain a drug and alcohol-free lifestyle while on Salvation Army property and on duty
• Participate in all staff meetings by attendance and participation
• Participate in all department meetings by attendance and participation
• Participate in regular direct supervision with immediate supervisor and implement improvement in performance as directed
• Participate in yearly formal evaluation
• Represent Evangeline Residence in a professional manner at all times
• Be punctual and work all hours scheduled, advising immediate supervisor when this is not possible
• Be ready with working clothes and place personal items outside of kitchen area and food storage by storing personal items in the locker provided by management.
• Cellphones to be used outside of preparation and serving area.
• Participate in staff development as required
• Work as an effective member of the Evangeline Residence Team
• Adhere to Codes of Ethics and Conduct and Confidentiality Statement and all other Policies and Procedures contained in Evangeline Residence’s Policy and Procedures Manual
• Adhere to the City of Toronto Hostel Standards
• Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and ER’s Health and Safety Program
• Eating and breaks should be taken outside of the preparation, storage and serving area by following the Staff Breakroom Policy
  Compensation:
  The target hiring range for this position is $23.42 to $24.21 with a maximum of $24.99.
  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