Kitchen Helper

Department:

Kitchen

Job Category:

Salary

Reports To:

Kitchen Coordinator

Position Type:

Part Time

Direct Reports:

N/A

Schedule:

Mornings, Afternoons

Indirect Reports:

N/A

Location:

Main Building

Position Summary
Reporting to the Kitchen Coordinator, the Kitchen Helper is responsible for assisting the Kitchen staff with all Kitchen operations which include meal preparation, inventory organization, order receiving, cleaning, washing dishes, and meal service. The Kitchen Helper will also provide support to the FGP Main staff as needed with their duties as a secondary priority to Kitchen operations. 
Time Commitment
24 hours per rotation with 3 days on and 4 days off, however there will be requirements to be available and flexible from time to time outside normal business hours as the need arises. 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.)   

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  

Report any mishaps in the kitchen and apply safety standards  

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 

Work with volunteer groups and individuals to achieve all necessary kitchen tasks (preparation, meal service, cleaning, etc.) 

Safely transport the goods and materials by any of the DI fleet 

Ensuring PPE levels and protocols are always met 

Load, unload and move donations and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment  

Ensures trucks are clean in and out, issues reported and documented 

Maintain and organize, ensuring the loading dock downtown and at the Donation Centre is clear and organized at all times. 

Supporting Agency needs; including and not limited to: Clothing, Hygiene, Kitchen, and PPE. 

Required Competencies and Qualifications

Food Handlers Certificate is considered an asset 
Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check – dated within the last 6 months. Copy required.
Clean driving, valid driver's license is required 
At least 22 years of age to be eligible for fleet insurance 
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 
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 incoming donations (up to 50 lbs.) and can evaluate whether the donations can be kept or discarded   
A genuine commitment to the mission, vision, values, and work of the agency.

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