Cooks Helper

SE Health; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing quality dining experiences in a supportive environment. As a Dishwasher, you'll play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen while assisting with food preparation and delivery. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative atmosphere where your efforts contribute to the well-being of residents. If you have a passion for service and a commitment to quality, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of others while developing your skills in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Food Safety and Sanitation Certificate is required.
• Grade 10 education or equivalent experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and delivery during service.
• Perform ware-washing and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Monitor dish machine temperatures and ensure proper chemical usage.

Skills

Food Safety and Sanitation

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy and Patience

Ability to lift 40lbs

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Food Safety and Sanitation Certificate

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Reporting to the Support Service Manager and/or designate, the Dishwasher will participate in ware-washing, pot washing and general sanitation of the food service area. The dishwasher participates in the set up for special events. The Dishwasher helps the Server 2 with receiving the grocery orders and placing items in the dry storage room.

Status: PT/Permanent

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in food preparation as assigned by Cook /Lead Chef or Support Services Manager.
• Basic Food Prep /Delivery of Food to Desired Floors during Dine in Service.
• Carries out duties such as scraping dishes, racking/stacking dishes, washing dishes, cutlery and glassware, and transporting dishes as required.
• Monitors and records the temperature of the dish machine.
• Ensures correct usage of chemicals in dish machine and pot washing areas.
• Changes water in dish machine after each meal service.
• Performs general cleaning tasks as per site cleaning schedules in the service area, preparation areas and kitchen, including pot washing.
• Receives, uncrates, and puts away supplier deliveries as required.
• Breaks down cardboard boxes and prepares boxes for disposal.
• Practices and maintains department policies, procedures and objectives regarding quality assurance, safety, sanitation, and infection control as required by the Health Department and facility.
• Establishes and maintains an atmosphere conducive to pleasant dining by creating an environment which maintains the happiness, self-respect, general dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among staff, residents, and guests.
• Prevents the spread of infection by proper hand washing, appropriate glove use, following prescribed cleaning techniques, and proper handling of chemicals.
• Attends staff meetings and education sessions as required.
• Performs other related duties as required by the Lead Chef or Support Services Manager.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• “Food Safety and Sanitation” Certificate Required.
• Grade 10 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in a dining room environment an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with kitchen equipment and machines an asset.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral English.
• Must be in good health; able to spend the majority of the shift standing, walking, and carrying dishes.
• Must be free of allergies or conditions, which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents and equipment.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, tact and concern in providing quality service to residents.
• Ability to take direction, follow instructions, and learn procedures.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs alone; able to push and pull items on carts; able to stretch, reach, crouch and kneel as needed.