Cook

3 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Calgary Drop-in & Rehab Centre Society Full time

**COOK**

Department:
Kitchen

Job Category:
Salary

Reports To:
Coordinator - Kitchen

Position Type:
Full Time

Direct Reports:
N/A

Schedule:
40 hours, 5 on/2 off

Indirect Reports:
N/A

**Location**:
Main Building

**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.

**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
- 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/actual serious injury, violence, abuse, and death; where clients may be experiencing fear, terror, hopelessness, rage, self-harm and conflict. It is understood and accepted that you will be working in distress and/or high-stress situations, which may include emergency response where resiliency and stress tolerance and the ability to maintain composure, remain calm and focused is imperative. Exposure to bodily fluids may also occur.

**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 r

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