C90 - Kitchen Helper - (Full Time)

Title: Kitchen Helper-(Full Time)Number of Positions: 1Competition Number: C90Location: Surrey TBDPosition Status: Full TimeShift Timings & Days: (Monday - Friday) 07:00 am - 03:00 pmReports to: Program ManagerCompensation: (Grid 1) $22.51 - $24.08Job Summary:Working as part of the kitchen team, the Kitchen Helper at Phoenix Society is responsible for food preparation. Key responsibilities include: preparing meal ingredients; maintaining a clean kitchen area; cleaning dishes and cooking instruments; and loading items for transport to the Society’s various locations in a safe, timely manner.Responsibilities:Food ServicesPrepare meal ingredients for cooks, including washing, peeling, cutting and slicing ingredientsAssist kitchen staff to unload food supplies from delivery trucksStore ingredients and food items according to food safety standardsRemove expired or spoiled ingredients from the refrigerator, freezer and stockroomClean and store all dishes, utensils and cooking instrumentsPack take-out orders as neededLoad, items for transport to the Society’s various housing locations in a safe, timely mannerSanitize food service equipment (e.g., Cambro carts) when they are returned from meal service deliveryRemove garbage/compost, replace garbage/compost bags and wash garbage/compost binsMop and sweep kitchen areas as requiredOther duties as assignedQualifications:High School diploma or equivalent1 to 3 years of experience in food preparation, cleaning, or equivalentSatisfactory completion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is requiredSatisfactory completion of Tuberculosis Screen form is required Satisfactory completion of Employee Immunization Record form is requiredFirst Aid certification with CPR is requiredFood Safe Level 1 is requiredSkills & Knowledge:Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.Ability to follow all food health and safety regulationsAbility to lift and carry heavy items for extended periodsDemonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for the organization’s mission is essentialCompetenciesApproach to WorkDemonstrates initiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulnessActively seeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvementSets goals, creates and implements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates resultsAdeptly manages competing tasks and uses time efficiently and effectivelyJob Knowledge & Quality of WorkHigh-degree of relevant and current job knowledge and skill Consistently produces accurate, thorough, high-quality work in a timely mannerBuilds and promotes a culture of health and safety in the workplaceImplements and enforces best practices in health and safety within the workplaceJudgement & Decision-MakingModels independent thinking and creativityDemonstrates effective problem-solving skills Makes clear, consistent, transparent and timely decisions after contemplating various available courses of actionExercises sound judgment in the best interests of the organizationCommunication & Interpersonal SkillsExpresses themselves clearly and professionally both verbally and in writingDisplays high emotional intelligence; uses tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential situationsHas a manner, style and presence that makes a positive impressionListens to and considers others’ viewsPersonal LeadershipModels the organization’s core values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-based practicesFosters enthusiasm, energy and commitmentTakes responsibility for personal actions, performance and health Is reliable and accountable; shows up on time ready to workTeamwork & CollaborationEffectively works with their colleagues to ensure organizational successChampions positive working relationships with staff and external stakeholdersSupports an environment of openness, and champions teamwork and communication across programsLeverages the expertise and experience of others for organizational successClosing Details:Closing DateInternal applications will be accepted until December 14th, 2025, 04:00 pm“All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.External applicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed and interviewed.All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.Phoenix is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.While we thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.