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:
Reporting to the Food Services Manager, this position focuses on serving and maintaining the dining room, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, and providing general support to the kitchen operations.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in preparing and serving meals, as well as setting up the dining room.
• Ensures the safety of clients and staff by following proper handling of food according to food standards.
• Follows legislative procedures and Salvation Army standards for cleaning and sanitizing dishes, equipment and work surfaces.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and dining room (washing dishes, cleaning dining room tables, kitchen and dining room floors, and other kitchen equipment).
• Keeps simple records and completes incident reports as necessary.
• Assist with receiving and stocking food and kitchen supply orders.
• May prepare simple foods and drinks.
• Attends staff meetings and mandatory training.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work is in a commercial kitchen within a men’s shelter.
• Shifts include weekends and shift schedules alternate between: Morning shift - 6:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. and Late Shift: 11:00 A.N and 7:30 P.M.
• Long hours standing on hard surfaces.
• Work is in close proximity to others in a fast-paced and sometimes crowded environment. The work can be physically taxing and requires good mobility.
• Use of various cleaning chemicals and tools (ex: broom, mop, vacuum, etc.).
• Use of kitchen tools and appliances (ex: knives, stove/oven, dishwasher, etc.)
• This position requires individuals to wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• 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.
• Some high school completion.
• Food Safe Certification is required.
• Up to 3 months of related experience is an asset.

Required Skills and Capabilities:

• Able to work on Weekends, Morning Shift: 6- 14:30, and Late Shift: 11-19:30
• Always maintain exceptional personal cleanliness.
• Handwashing and use of provided personal protective equipment (gloves, aprons, etc.) is mandatory.
• Adhere to safe food handling procedures, including proper storage, preparation, and cooking methods to prevent cross-contamination and foodborne illnesses.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and responsibly, adhering to proper usage guidelines to prevent accidents.
• Understand and abide by hazard communication protocols, including the correct use and storage of cleaning chemicals and potential allergen identification.
• Apply proper lifting and carrying techniques for heavy items to avoid physical strain or injury.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Capability to adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $16.50 to $20.62 with a maximum of $24.74.
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

• Assists in preparing and serving meals, as well as setting up the dining room.
• Ensures the safety of clients and staff by following proper handling of food according to food standards.
• Follows legislative procedures and Salvation Army standards for cleaning and sanitizing dishes, equipment and work surfaces.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and dining room (washing dishes, cleaning dining room tables, kitchen and dining room floors, and other kitchen equipment).
• Keeps simple records and completes incident reports as necessary.
• Assist with receiving and stocking food and kitchen supply orders.
• May prepare simple foods and drinks.
• Attends staff meetings and mandatory training.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned