Second Cook

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

**Second Cook - Full Time**

M’akola Housing Society

Jesken Aerie Assisted Living - Langford, BC

**Who We Are**

M’akola Housing Society (MHS) is an Indigenous affordable housing provider committed to supporting vibrant, diverse communities in British Columbia. Our portfolio spans the entire province and involves property management, asset management, Assisted Living and providing professional consulting services to other service providers.

At MHS, we have energetic and engaged teams. Each member brings a unique approach and skillset, and together we are committed to delivering high-quality service to our tenants and their communities. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all team members take personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

We honour our Indigenous roots as an Indigenous organization and strive to hire and train interested Indigenous people to work in all areas of our organization. We understand that there have been historical events that have affected the identity of Indigenous people.

We accept all self-identifying Indigenous employees including status, non-status, Metis, and Inuit pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code. We honour and understand Indigenous cultures and values and do our best to support our employees.

**Position Summary**

This position is fulltime, Thursday to Monday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, compensated at $24.41 per hour.

**Responsibilities**
- Execute the preparation of meals and snacks in accordance with standardized recipes, safety and health standards and according to nutritional guidelines as set out in the Canada Food Guide for Healthy Eating
- Unpackage dry goods in dry storage and cooler as required making sure items are properly rotated
- Ensure compliance with all HACCP Food Safe guidelines in the handling and storage of all food supplies
- Properly labeling and storing leftovers at the end of each meal
- Assist Kitchen Supervisor with menu development, creation, and rotation when required
- Assist Kitchen Supervisor to complete monthly inventory
- Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards
- Completion documentation assigned or required in the course of duties including daily logs as well as unusual or serious incident reports
- Assisting dining room staff with serving meals when required
- Administering First Aid to Residents in the case of an incident
- Assist in dishing meals, washing dishes and mopping floors as required
- Maintaining resident and staff confidentiality
- Other related duties as may be required

**Qualifications**
- Minimum Grade 12 Diploma
- Post Secondary Culinary Certificate, Cook Red Seal Certification or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years kitchen experience in a high-volume facility or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Experience working in and with the Indigenous Community would be an asset
- Courses required and paid for by M’akola:

- Food Safe Level ll
- Occupational First Aid Level l Certificate (updated every 3 years)
- WHMIS and MSDS Certificate
- Clear Criminal Record Check

**Required Knowledge and Skills**
- Knowledge of Canada Food Guide for Healthy Eating
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety standards
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative team
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong planning and time management skills
- Ability to take direction and follow procedures
- Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or willing to get vaccinated before start date.

Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry **(please self-identify)** as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code.

Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter.

**Closing Date: until filled**

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.