C46 -: Kitchen Helper (Grid 1)

No of Position : 1

Competition # C46

Position Status: Casual

Competition # C46

Department: Main Campus

Compensation : $ 22.51 - $ 24.08

Reports to : Kitchen Manager

Job Summary

Workingas part of the kitchen team, the Kitchen Helper at Phoenix Society isresponsible for food preparation. Key responsibilities include preparing mealingredients, maintaining a clean kitchen area, cleaning dishes and cookinginstruments; and loading items for transport to the Societys various locationsin a safe, timely manner.

Responsibilities:

Food Services

Prepare meal ingredients for cooks, including washing,peeling, cutting and slicing ingredients

Assist kitchen staff tounload food supplies from delivery trucks

Store ingredients and fooditems according to food safety standards

Remove expired or spoiledingredients from the refrigerator, freezer and stockroom

Clean and store all dishes,utensils and cooking instruments

Pack take-out orders asneeded

Load, items for transport to theSocietys various housing locations in a safe, timely manner

Sanitize food serviceequipment (e.g., Cambro carts) when they are returned from meal servicedelivery

Remove garbage/compost,replace garbage/compost bags and wash garbage/compost bins

Mop and sweep kitchen areasas required

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Grade 10

Recent, related experience of one year in foodpreparation, cleaning or equivalent Or an equivalentcombination of education, training, and experience Or otherQualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work

Satisfactory completion of a criminal records check withvulnerable sector screening is required

Satisfactory completion of Tuberculosis Screen form isrequired

Satisfactory completion of Employee Immunization Recordform is required

First Aid certification with CPR is required

Food Safe Level 1 is required

Skills &Knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicateeffectively in writing and verbally.

Ability to follow all food health and safety regulations

Ability to lift and carry heavy items for extendedperiods

Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with apassion for the organizations mission is essential

Competencies

Approach to Work

Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, adaptability andresourcefulness

Actively seeks and incorporates feedback to informcontinuous self-improvement

Sets goals, creates and implements action plans,monitors progress, and evaluates results

Adeptly manages competing tasks and uses timeefficiently and effectively

Job Knowledge & Quality ofWork

High-degree of relevant andcurrent job knowledge and skill

Consistently producesaccurate, thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner

Builds and promotes a cultureof health and safety in the workplace

Implements and enforces bestpractices in health and safety within the workplace

Judgement & Decision-Making

Models independent thinkingand creativity

Demonstrates effectiveproblem-solving skills

Makes clear, consistent,transparent and timely decisions after contemplating various available coursesof action

Exercises sound judgment inthe best interests of the organization

Communication &Interpersonal Skills

Expresses themselves clearlyand professionally both verbally and in writing

Displays high emotionalintelligence; uses tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex andconfidential situations

Has a manner, style andpresence that makes a positive impression

Listens to and considersothers views

Personal Leadership

Models the organizationscore values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-basedpractices

Fosters enthusiasm, energyand commitment

Takes responsibility forpersonal actions, performance and health

Is reliable and accountable;shows up on time ready to work

Teamwork & Collaboration

Effectively works with theircolleagues to ensure organizational success

Champions positive workingrelationships with staff and external stakeholders

Supports an environment ofopenness, and champions teamwork and communication across programs

Leverages the expertise andexperience of others for organizational success.

Closing Details:

Closing Date: Internal applications will be accepted until July 12, 2025 at 5:00pm .

All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9. Internal applicants must notify manager of intent to apply.