132 Cook Supervisor, Foxglove

**POSITION TITLE**: Cook Supervisor
**PROGRAM**: Foxglove
**UNION**: BCGEU
**SALARY**: $22.11/hour to start
**TYPE: Permanent Full-Time, 1.0 FTE**
**SCHEDULE**: Monday-Friday, 11:30am-8:00pm; includes 30-minute unpaid meal break
**START DATE**: As soon as possible

Pursuant to the Provincial Health Officer's Order, the incumbent of this position is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We will only consider applicants who are fully vaccinated, or who have received an exemption from the Provincial Health Office. Proof of either must be provided in advance of any offer of employment being made.

**ABOUT US**

RainCity Housing is an organization that makes a difference in people’s lives. With a goal of providing a home for everyone, RainCity’s programs sustain relationships, strengthen communities and make change for people experiencing homelessness and mental health, trauma and substance use issues. We invite you to be a part of the change.

**DIVERSITY**

RainCity Housing serves a diverse group of people and we need a staff group that reflects the diversity. People of diverse backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply.

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The Cook Supervisor duties can include, but are not limited to, planning and developing menus and recipes, including special diets, performing related administrative duties, and supervising Cooks and food service workers. The Cook Supervisor prepares and cooks meals daily, and participates in cleaning and dishwashing.

**PROGRAM SUMMARY**

Located at 9810 Foxglove Drive in Surrey, BC, Foxglove will provide 100 units of single room occupancy (SRO) housing (77 transitional housing units and 23 Enhanced Health units) to low-income individuals 19 years of age or older who live in the community, have a history of homelessness and who need additional support services to maintain housing. The project also includes an additional 30 shelter beds as low-barrier housing for individuals in the immediate community who may be actively using substances and or experiencing mental health challenges. The supported housing and shelter programs will be staffed by a combination of support workers, including an Indigenous Cultural Support Worker and a Peer Services Support Worker. The Assisted Living floor will also be staffed by a (RN/RPN) nursing position working alongside a team of support workers. The support workers oversee the front desk, assist with program area upkeep, managing guests and providing community supports. The building also has cook, custodial, home support and facilities management staff. The building will be operated with a minimum of three staff on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with core operating funding provided by BC Housing and Fraser Health Authority

**QUALIFICATIONS**

many forms of education and experience are valued, including volunteering and lived experience of mental illness / addiction/ homelessness; Minimum education and experience includes:

- Grade 12
- Professional Cook Training Certificate
- Certificates in First Aid and Food Safe
- Recent, related experience of three years, including supervisory experience in a food service setting
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work
Key Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
- Ability to operate related equipment
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Ability to supervise

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $22.11 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:

- 8 hour shift