Reach Out Centre Warehouse - Port Colborne, Canada - PORT CARES

PORT CARES

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Port Colborne, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

REACH OUT CENTER WAREHOUSE / KITCHEN SUPPORT

Job Summary

Reporting to the Site Supervisor in this contracted role, you will provide support for the Food Bank, Meal Program and other programs and objectives of the Reach Out Centre.

OUR MISSION
To help those in the community with social and economic needs improve their quality of life

OUR VISION
Port Cares inspires and provides help, hope and opportunity for all in our community to achieve their potential

OUR VALUES
We provide help without judgement
We are accountable to one another
We treat everyone with respect
We work collaboratively together

JOB DESCRIPTION

Work under the direction of the site supervisor in both the warehouse and commercial kitchen settings at 61 Nickel Street
Receive, sort, count, weigh, label, pack and unpack, portion dry goods, qualitychecking and distributing donations ( pulling, pushing, lifting, tracking, receiving of donations)
Load, unload and move products and materials by hand
Maintain inventory and assist in managing the flow and distribution of food/ donations through the programs
Perform tasks related to upkeep of equipment, grounds and facilities sweeping, mopping, cleaning and general site maintenance. Report to supervisor with any repairs needed.
Perform administrative duties such as filing, record keeping, inventory tracking, timesheets and inventory records
Attend/ participate in fundraising Meal Program/Food Bank activities and community events during evenings and or/weekends when required
Answer phone calls and provide direction/ support and referrals to those seeking information about Port Cares services
Provide support in the commercial kitchen assisting with food preparation, portioning, cleaning and maintaining the commercial kitchen and dining hall
Clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment and appliances
Cleaning of food preparation & serving areas, assist with distribution of community meals, dishwashing and sanitizing kitchen
Work collaboratively with Port Cares team members, students, clients and volunteers.
Perform regular inspections of the food and supplies storage area ensuring all areas are stocked and maintained
Report all health and safety concerns to site supervisor
Assist with laundry, sweeping, mopping, waste management and all other duties required
Ensure that all work is completed in a safe and timely manner
Respect and follow all Port Cares policies and procedures

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

35 years of experience preferably in warehouse/ kitchen setting is an asset
Secondary school diploma

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Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and provide a
clear driver's abstract:

Current Fork Life Certificate and
Safe Food Handling Certificate is a major asset.
Ability to work in a team setting with staff and volunteers
Selfmanaged, demonstrates initiative and ability to multitask
Must be able to lift approximately
50 lbs as well as push, pull, bend, carry, stand for an extended period of time
Must be able to handle minor tools and machinery where applicable
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated responsibility, maturity and leadership abilities
Understand the importance of proper inventory handling (Example: FIFO)
Nonjudgmental/respect and sensitivity for individual cultural, educational and social uniqueness and diversity
Ability to maintain confidentiality for all community members accessing services from Port Cares
Technical aptitude, mechanically inclined with good manual dexterity and handeye coordination
Willingness to work flexible hours with fundraising events
Willingness to perform all other duties as required