Kitchen Aide

Heartland Housing Foundation serves over 900 households in Fort Saskatchewan & Strathcona County as a not-for-profit housing management body and the administrators for provincially funded rent supplement programs. We operate 12 properties, including affordable lodges, rent-geared-to-income seniors housing, and near market housing for all ages.

Heartland Housing Foundation actively advocates for expanded access to affordable housing in the region, and is a member of several national, provincial, and regional affordable housing associations and working groups.

**Comprehensive Benefits Package**:

- **Company Retirement Plan**: Plan for the future with our company-matched RRSP program
- **Healthcare**: Comprehensive dental care, extended health care, healthcare spending account, critical illness, long-term disability, AD&D and life insurance
- **Wellness**: Access to our employee assistance program and wellness program, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- **Financial Security**: Competitive salary and standard vacation pay on each cheque
- **Additional Perks**: Enjoy discounted food, a referral program, shift differentials and premiums, footwear allowance, and on-site parking

**Key Benefits**:

- **Work-Life Balance**: We believe that a happy and fulfilled workforce is essential for long-term success, and we strive to create an environment where you can excel.
- **Career Development**: Engage in succession planning, opportunities for growth, and continuous learning through our supportive environment.
- **Collaborative Culture**: Be part of our collaborative committees driving innovation and excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, exchanging ideas, and collectively driving towards common goals.
- **Competitive Compensation**: Enjoy our competitive salary, vacation pay on each cheque, set hours and schedule that works for you, a comprehensive benefits package, participation in our RRSP program, and more..
- **Impactful Work**: Joining Heartland Housing Foundation means you are part of a company committed to building vibrant communities. Every day, you will have the opportunity to be part of something meaningful and make a difference in the lives of those we serve

**Hours**
- 2:30pm - 10:00pm
- 7 hours per shift
- 49 hours every 2 weeks
- 4 days on 4 days off rotation schedule, including weekends and holidays

**Pay**
- Competitive pay, starting at **$19.08 per hour**:

- Shift differentials and shift premiums are available based on your scheduled shifts and hours

**Location**
- Located at Silver Birch Lodge 910 Bison Way, Sherwood Park
- On-site parking is available for all employees

**Position Overview**

Join our team as a Kitchen Aide - Evenings In this role, you'll tackle daily cleaning tasks in the kitchen, dining area, and dishes, ensuring top-notch hygiene standards are met. You'll also lend a hand to the Chef by helping with meal prep, serving and making sure everything runs smoothly in the kitchen and dining room. If you're ready to be a vital part of a dynamic culinary team, this position is perfect for you

**Responsibilities**
- **Kitchen/Dining Room Cleaning**_
- **Daily Cleaning and Sanitizing**: Perform sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, and polishing in kitchen, cooler, storage, dining rooms, and other areas.
- **Meal Cleanup**: Assist in post-meal cleanup, including clearing dishes and retrieving items from dining rooms.
- **Dish Cleaning**: Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining room dishes daily.
- **Food Services Operations**_
- **Assist in Meal Preparation**: Aid Chef, Cook, and/or Baker in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, stirring, cooking, and serving.
- **Communication and Coordination**: Actively communicate with kitchen staff regarding daily operations, food preparation, equipment issues, and supply needs.
- **Health, Safety, and Environmental Stewardship**_
- **Safety Compliance**: Adhere to safety protocols and promote a culture of safety within the organization.
- **Cleanliness and Hygiene**: Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, adhering to health standards at all times.

**Requirements**:

- High School Diploma is preferred
- One (1) year of previous experience in housekeeping, custodial, dishwashing, etc. environment is preferred
- Completion of a current and acceptable criminal records check for the vulnerable sector as required by the Protection for Persons in Care Act and the Accommodation Standards and Licensing Act is mandatory
- Attainment of a Food Safety Certificate is required
- Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and internet usage is required
- First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be attained soon after hire

**Working Conditions**
- Ongoing customer service interaction and communication with staff, site residents and visitors
- Ability to work alone during evenings for hours at a time
- Physical activity involving walking, standing, bending