Food Service Worker

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Bus Person to assist in serving meals and maintaining cleanliness in the dining rooms. This role requires a High School diploma and certifications such as WHMIS and Food Safe. Join a mission-driven organization that values diversity and offers career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits

Paid leave

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least three months of related experience, including institutional kitchen experience.
• WHMIS, First Aid, Food Safe certification required.
• Must be able to lift more than 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sets tables, serves meals, and maintains cleanliness in dining rooms.
• Ensures safety of clients through proper food handling.
• Cleans kitchen and dining areas, including tables and floors.

Skills

Attention to safety procedures

Food handling

Cleaning

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 30, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR101833

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE:

The Bus Person is responsible for assisting in serving meals, preparing eating areas, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining rooms.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB DUTIES:

• Sets tables, serves meals, and sets up dining room
• Ensures the safety of clients through proper handling of food according to food standards
• Follows legislative procedures and The Salvation Army standards for clean and dirty dishes
• Ensures appropriate disposal of food waste in accordance with regulations
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and dining room (cleaning tables, floors, servers, and kitchen equipment)
• May prepare simple foods (e.g., toast, tea)
• Maintains a high level of cleanliness at all times within the kitchen and storage areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL ATTAINED:

High School diploma or equivalent.

SPECIAL LICENSES, DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS:

WHMIS, First Aid, Food Safe certification, Criminal Record Check

MINIMUM PRIOR RELATED EXPERIENCE:

At least three months of related experience, including institutional kitchen experience or equivalent.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/DEXTERITY REQUIRED:

Frequent standing, manipulating foods, moderate lifting, cutting, chopping, carrying supplies, walking. Must be able to lift more than 20 pounds.

CONCENTRATION REQUIRED:

Attention to safety procedures, moderate focus when serving and cleaning dishes and equipment.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL RESOURCES:

Minimal to no financial responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR HUMAN RESOURCES:

Responsible for own effort and time; may demonstrate work methods to new employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Kitchen setting in a ministry or social services facility, with potential conditions such as dealing with angry individuals, verbal abuse, crowded spaces, and pressure with timelines.

EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS:

Possible exposure to physical attacks, toxic chemicals, moving or sharp objects, electrical hazards, injuries from lifting, slippery floors, cuts, burns, and freezer entry.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:

Use of universal precautions, rubber mats, protective coats, gloves, hepatitis B immunization, and tuberculosis vaccination.

HOURS OF WORK:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, or as required.

Compensation:

Range: $24.02 to $24.40, up to $24.77. Placement based on experience and qualifications. Reasonable accommodations available upon request via [e-mail]

About Us

Our employees find fulfillment in serving those in need across Canada and Bermuda. We value diversity, flexibility, health benefits, paid leave, and career growth opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.