Kitchen - Cook - Calgary, AB, Canada - Calgarydropin

Description

Monday, April 8, 2024

About Us

The Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre ("the DI") is a low-barrier, housing-focused shelter that serves some of the city's most vulnerable people. At the DI, we focus on providing a person's basic needs, while doing everything possible to find them a permanent, safe home that meets their individual needs. There is no greater contribution you can make to another person's path of recovery and wellness than an ongoing, consistent, positive relationship of respect and kindness. The DI works within the core values of housing first, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction to support staff and guests.

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Position Type:

Full Time

Direct Reports:

N/A

Schedule:

40 hours, 5 on/2 off

Indirect Reports:

N/A

Location:

Main Building

Position Summary

Reporting to the Coordinator, Kitchen, this position cooks and provides meals to clients in a shelter environment. This position plans and develops a menu dependent on available ingredients, cooks' meals and cleans afterwards. The position requires the ability to be pleasant, patient, compassionate and consistent with clients.

Time Commitment

40 hours per rotation with 5 days on and 2 days off. Shifts will vary and could include weekends, evenings and holidays.Schedule may be altered at the discretion of management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Weigh, measure, mix and assemble ingredients for menu items
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (washing, chopping, peeling, cutting etc.)
• Season and cook food according to recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Observe and test food to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing them with utensils
• Properly handle and store food items at appropriate temperatures
• Ensure food prep area, serving area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the end of shift
• Portion, arrange and garnish food, ready to be served to clients in a timely manner
• Assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
• Give suggestions to supervisory staff regarding new preparations and menu plans
• Clean kitchen equipment and kitchen before and after food service including weekly and special cleaning
• Sort, stack dishes and load/unload dishwasher
• Sort, stack and store all cleaned items in an organized and safe manner
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff
• Report any mishaps in the kitchen and apply safety standards
• Maintain good working relationship with all kitchen staff
• Ensure all tasks related to the close-down and re-open of kitchen is done in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by Kitchen Coordinator

Required Competencies and Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years kitchen experience
• Food Handlers Certificate is considered an asset
• Effective time management and communication skills
• Proficient use of computers, Microsoft Office and any other database software(s) used to track service delivery; be proficient in Office365 and Microsoft Office Suite 2016
• Energetic and self-directed, with effective time management and organizational skills including the ability to deal with several priorities at the same time
• Capacity to provide leadership
• Well-developed interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiating skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to improve programs and processes
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Eager to learn new systems and adopt improved best practices
• Must demonstrate initiative and be able to work autonomously
• Must be acceptable of industry risks, including coming into contact with bodily fluids
• Able to lift up a minimum of 25lbs

Working Conditions

While your position does not normally consist of front-line work, it is important for us to tell you that front-line staff are exposed to emotionally disturbing events, such as: medical distress, threatened and/or actual serious injury, violence, abuse, and death; where clients may be experiencing fear, terror, hopelessness, rage, self-harm and conflict.

Why the DI?

The DI aims to be an "Employer of Choice" and affords each employee an opportunity to help make a real difference in our community, and more importantly in the lives of those who rely on our services. We take great care in hiring the right people who fit, and who share our outlook on the value of people. We believe in living our values in every word we speak and in every action we take, and we want people who share this commitment.

Our Culture

Our values form the cornerstone of our culture:

RESPECT : Our actions honour the rights, differences, and dignity of others

COMMUNITY : Through collaborative partnerships, we work together as a team, building inclusive communities

KINDNESS : We accept each person's uniqueness with compassion and empathy

ACCOUNTABILITY : We operate with transparency and integrity in both our relationships and our commitments.

What we Offer

Staff at the DI enjoy competitive compensation packages, including employer-paid benefits depending on role and employment type.

Some of the employer-paid group benefits include :

• Vacation days
• Sick days
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Employer Matching RRSP Program
• Homewood EFAP

Employees will be enrolled in Long-Term Disability and Critical Illness insurance , paid for by the employee. This is mandatory and may not be opted out of.

Benefits are based on employment type and usually available the 1st of the month following your start date. If you are successful in obtaining employment with the DI, Human Resources will discuss your eligibility for benefits with you.

A satisfactory vulnerable sector clearance is required prior to resumption at the DI.

Alberta Living Wage Employer

The DI is an Alberta Living Wage Employer. This means we are committed to paying our employees a living wage that allows them to meet their basic needs and participate in their communities. A living wage is different from minimum wage in that minimum wage is mandatory and the same throughout the province while a living wage reflects what people need to cover the actual costs of living in their communities. Payment of a living wage is a voluntary commitment from employers to go beyond the minimum. Visit to learn more about the living wage.

The DI is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to and support equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to