Food Services Worker

Job Title: Food Services Worker

Competition #: 118501-2024-18

Ministry Unit Name: Edmonton Centre of Hope

Status/Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly – 2 positions available

Salary Range: $18.83-$20.24/hour as per CA

Date posted: April 5, 2024

Work Address: 9304 - 103A Avenue, Edmonton

Posting Expires: April 14, 2024

Applications Accepted By: E-mail only through Indeed

Mission and Values:

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

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.

Vision Statement

We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.

Core Values

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:

Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Job description:

Position Purpose summary:

The Food Service Worker is an integral member of the team. The Food Service Worker is responsible for food preparation, serving meals, cleaning and sanitizing of dining areas, and operating dishwashers by following the manufacturer’s instructions and Alberta Health guidelines. The Food Services Worker receives support and direction from the Lead Cook.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Food Preparation and Storage

• Prepare a variety of foods for service and catering including, but not limited to, cutting and peeling produce, preparation of proteins for cooking, slicing and cutting proteins, soup preparation, salads, sandwiches and appetizer preparation, cutting and plating desserts, salads, sandwiches, and catering platters.
• Portion and wrap the food or place it directly on plates for service.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Ensure all stored items are covered, labeled, and dated.
• Organize, clean, and rotate items in coolers and freezers to ensure freshness; discard spoiled items.
• General cleaning of the coolers and freezers.
• Follow and comply with all Alberta Health Services food-safe regulations.
• Report unsafe practices or professional misconduct to the Food Services Manager or designate
• Other duties as assigned.

Housekeeping and Cleaning

• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware as per Alberta Health Services requirements and as needed.
• Sanitize work areas, dining room tables, and chairs as per Alberta Health Services requirements and as needed.
• Take out garbage and recyclables daily and when needed.
• Record dishwasher and sanitizer PPM’s daily
• General cleanup as required.

Customer and Food Service

• As appropriate to the position, serve food items to clients/residents from counters and steam tables, by specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served.

Qualifications and Education requirements:

*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
• Food Safe certification would be considered an asset

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience in an institutional or commercial kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of health, and safety standards.
• Must practice high standards of cleanliness and sanitization

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Must have good communication skills and be able to work in a team setting
• Must maintain good relationships with other Food Services personnel and other facility employees
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Reliability and punctuality are essential
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
• Ability to lift and operate heavy objects.
• The ability to work within the mandate of The Salvation Army Mission Statement, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct

DAYS and HOURS of work: 70 hours bi-weekly as determined by Manager

Incumbent may be required to report to multiple sites

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.83-$20.24 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• institutional / commercial kitchen: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-14