Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepare and follow menus considering the Canada Food Guide, leftovers, and donated food
• Perform all functions of a cook and supervise the kitchen team, including volunteers and students
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance of the Food Service Department
• Manage inventory, daily logs, food timelines, and temperature controls following Food Safe and HACCP guidelines
• Order and purchase food and supplies weekly in accordance with menus, donations, and budget
• Receive and check food and supplies for quality, quantity, and accuracy
• Maintain strict security of the kitchen, dining room, and food storage areas
• Monitor and complete preventative maintenance procedures for food service equipment

Requirements

• Culinary Arts Diploma or a minimum of five years of proven commercial or non-profit cooking experience
• Valid Food Safe Certification
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification
• Ability to stand for frequent periods and lift/carry heavy objects
• Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Documentation of Hep B and Tuberculosis vaccinations
• Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule, including some evenings and weekends

About the Company

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. As a faith- and values-based organization, we provide necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter, while supporting those experiencing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges. We are a diverse team of purpose-driven professionals dedicated to our mission of hope, service, dignity, and stewardship.