Community Kitchen Cook – Nourish & Serve

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory; Victoria; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory is seeking a kitchen professional to prepare and serve nutritious meals in line with menus and health regulations. The role emphasizes cleanliness and hygiene to reflect our mission.

The position requires following standardized recipes, safe handling practices, and coordinating with a team to ensure high-quality meals and community service impact.

Qualifications

• High school completion plus up to six months of specialized courses.
• 1–3 years of related experience, with at least one year of institutional cooking experience.
• Own non-slip, safety work boots.
• Food Safe 1 certification required.
• Negative TB skin test.
• Clear Criminal Record Check.
• Willing to obtain Occupational First Aid certification after hire.
• Understand ARC Philosophy, Standards, Tenets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per standardized recipes and dietary needs.
• Follow safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Utilize boiling, steaming, roasting, baking, grilling, frying methods.
• Rotate inventory, minimize waste.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling and sanitation.
• Coordinate with team to ensure quality food production and service.
• Assist with handling hazardous substances and allergen identification.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Specialized courses (≤6 months)

Job description

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory is seeking a kitchen professional to prepare and serve nutritious meals in line with menus and health regulations. The role emphasizes cleanliness and hygiene to reflect our mission.

The position requires following standardized recipes, safe handling practices, and coordinating with a team to ensure high-quality meals and community service impact.