Cook (Full Time) - Hamilton, Canada - Good Shepherd Centres

Good Shepherd Centres

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

COOK

FULL-TIME

If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you.

We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada, and recent graduates to also apply.

At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, equal and authentic workplace.

About Good Shepherd

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community.

Our services include emergency food and clothing; daily hot meals; emergency shelters for men, youth, families, women and children; transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Men's Centre.

Why Work with Good Shepherd?

Be a part of a caring
TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY:
POSITIVE and
ENCOURAGING atmosphere
Dental Care
Disability Insurance

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EMPLOYEE AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

Extended Health Care
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
RRSP match
Out of Country Travel Insurance
Vision Care
Wellness Program
Make a difference and provide
HOPE:
3 weeks' vacation (after mandatory completion of waiting period)

In a compassionate, hospitable and non-judgmental manner the Cook under supervision will be responsible for the preparation and provision of all meals and snacks for the Guests of our Emergency Shelter, Community Hot Meal Program and Catering functions.

Qualifications

Minimum academic requirement is a 2 year diploma acquired from a recognized Culinary Management/Food Services Program, or equivalent
Experience in large quantity cooking in a commercial kitchen, be able to plan meals, rotate stock, and utilize donated and purchased foods creatively, nutritiously and attractively

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Food Handlers Certification is required:

Must be certified or willing to attain certification in CPR
A valid drivers' license and clean abstract is a necessity for this role
Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset
Operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve

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Hours of work: 80 hours every 2 weeks, weekday's evenings and some weekends

Don't Meet Every Requirement?

How Can I Apply?

Our Values

_Hospitality_, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd's mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation.

Hospitality embodies our
Values of:
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Responsibility:

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Availability:

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Adaptability:

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Quality:

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Dignity

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._

Salary:
$20.83 per hour

Benefits: