Kitchen Assistant - Ottawa, Canada - The Ottawa Mission

The Ottawa Mission

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

6 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

The Core Purpose of the Ottawa Mission is to reflect Jesus' love in serving the homeless, the hungry, and the lost.

Our Mission is to by provide food, shelter, clothing and skills, and offer healing, faith and hope for building a wholesome life.

Vision & Values

Our Vision is that all the hurting, hungry and lost in Ottawa find HOPE, HEALING & HOME

Our Values are Faith First, Excellence in All, Respect & Dignity

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Chef & Manager of Ottawa Mission (OM) Kitchen Services the Kitchen Assistant is responsible for keeping the dish room, kitchen and equipment clean and organized.

He/she washes and cleans tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment both manually and using the automated dishwasher and ensures there is adequate plates, utensils and trays available for clients through-out the meal services.

The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for garbage disposal and keeping basement storerooms neat and tidy. He/she provides support in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages plus related catering duties as necessary. He/she must adhere to sanitation practices and health and safety requirements. Assumes the role and responsibilities of the Shipper/Receiver in his/her absence.

Major Responsibilities

Load, run and unload the dish washer, storing
Manually scrub and scour pots and pans and other items when necessary
Keep the dishwasher clean, including removing internal parts for cleaning as needed and weekly descaling
Report any functional or mechanical problems immediately
Restock dish room chemicals and ensure all containers are labeled accurately as per WHIMIS guidelines
Properly store all cleaned and sanitized tableware, kitchenware and equipment
Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen
Sweep and mop fridge daily
Sweep and mop kitchen and elevator areas as needed
Clean and sanitize all kitchen appliances and equipment (i.e., fridges, stoves, grills, etc.)
Ensure the food preparation and production areas are clean and hygienic
Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of basement storeroom, cold room, fridges and freezers
Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling materials to compactor
Responsible for clearing up any broken dishes
Wash rags daily
Prepare daily coffee carts and water jugs for catering and coffee breaks
Retrieve supplies from basement to kitchen as required by cooks
Receive and unpack food services and other deliveries
Assist in maintaining basement storeroom, coldroom, fridges and freezers
Assist in maintaining inventory of kitchen paper supplies, ordering as necessary
Retrieving supplies from basement to kitchen for cooks
Assist with food preparation as required
Assume role and responsibilities of Shipper/Receiver in his/her absence
Adhere to all health and safety requirements in all daily activities.
Other duties as required or assigned by management

Other Requirements

Education

Som High School

Experience

Experience in kitchen environment or commercial dishwashing preferred

Qualifications

HACCP, WHMIS and City of Ottawa Food Handlers Certification essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to treat clients, staff and volunteers with courtesy and respect
Ability for follow instructions
Excellent communications skills, oral and written

Working conditions

High degree of physical activity involving: walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, driving
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work flexible hours and schedule, weekends and holidays may be required, as well as mornings and evening
Overtime as required
Must be comfortable working in a challenging environment that has the potential for confrontation and/or exposure to violence

COVID-19 Vaccination is a condition of employment

We thank all interested applicants, however, due to the volume of resumés we receive, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST

THE OTTAWA MISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Type:
Part-time

Salary:
From $16.77 per hour

Benefits: