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 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 Services Team at Rotary Hospice House.
Accountabilities:
- Develop a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu designed to meet the needs of up to 10 residents while ensuring that the meals are nutritious and satisfying. Plans and prepare special diets or special event meals in consultation with care professionals and other staff.
- Prepares and cooks lunch and dinner and other sustenance items using safe food handling and preparation procedures and safety and health standards.
- Responsible for assisting with the purchasing and ordering of food items, and food supplies necessary for the preparation of meals.
- Ensures that purchases are within approved budget limits and ensures that inventories of food and other related items are maintained. Maintains good relationships with service and food/equipment providers.
- Reports on any equipment maintenance needs. Duties may involve light maintenance (i.e., cleaning of equipment, basic sanitation, etc.).
- Provides caring environment for residents and families.
- Ensures all kitchen documentation is accurate and complete.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of information.
- Participate in work-related conferences and seminars to gather knowledge of trends and initiatives.
- Fosters positive relationships with and between families and staff members.
- Performs other related duties as required.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Internal:
- Executive Director
- Food Services Manager
- Operations Manager
- Food Services team
- Other staff
- Residents & their families
External:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The work environment is quiet
- Working in a standard kitchen environment
- Work environment may be sensitive and emotional as you are exposed to residents who pass away.
Physical Requirements
- Able to push, pull, & lift a minimum of 23 kg
- Able to stand for entirety of shift
- Able to crouch or bend down following proper form
- Able to reach above and overhead
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.
education and experience Qualifications:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
Education and Experience
- Completion of a formal post-secondary/college program of one academic year is an asset
- More than one year of experience in cooking, preferably in the health care facilities
- Current Food Safe Level 1 minimum Certificate
- WHMIS certificate
- Direct experience in a palliative Hospice environment
- Cooking certificate is an asset
Job Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to read and implement recipes and work routines
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
Compensation:
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.
