Food Services Support Worker

The Salvation Army Owen Sound; Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Food Services Support Worker to prepare and serve food in a community-based setting. The role involves maintaining hygiene, supporting food operations, and working with vulnerable populations. Ideal candidates will have food safety certifications and a willingness to support the organization's mission. This part-time position offers a target compensation range based on experience.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 months related experience preferred.
• Experience with food trucks and working with youth is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and snacks in a community-based setting.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Create meal plans considering the Canada Food Guide.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Some high school

Food Safe Certification

First Aid + CPR + AED

Job description

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Food Services Support Worker

Apply remote type Onsite locations Saint John, NB time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: June 9, 2025 (26 days left to apply) job requisition id JR102082

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

Position Purpose: The role involves preparing and serving food and snacks in a community-based setting, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, and supporting food operations, working with vulnerable populations including children, youth, and adults.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up serving equipment such as tables, Cambros, warming trays.
• Handle food safely according to standards to ensure client safety.
• Follow legislative procedures and Salvation Army standards for dishwashing and cleaning.
• Dispose of food waste properly.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and equipment (washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, floors).
• Keep simple records and incident reports as needed.
• Prepare simple foods and drinks.
• Create meal plans considering the Canada Food Guide for healthy options.
• Collect and report statistical data as required.

Health & Safety

Maintain personal cleanliness, adhere to safe food handling and equipment operation procedures, understand hazard communication protocols, and perform other work-related duties safely.

Relationship Management

Internal: Ministry Unit leadership and staff
External: Participants (Children, Youth, Adults)

Supervision and Responsibilities

Reports to: Corps Officer(s).
No direct reports.

Financial & Material Management

• Assist with ordering, receiving, and stocking food and supplies.
• Handle minor material responsibilities, such as safekeeping of food and donations.
• Use organization assets responsibly.

Working Conditions

Long hours standing, working in close proximity to others, physically demanding tasks, operating kitchen and cleaning equipment, working indoors and outdoors in various environmental conditions, possibly operating a large food truck, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Qualifications

• Willingness to support The Salvation Army's mission.
• Some high school, Food Safe Certification, First Aid + CPR + AED.
• Class 5 Driver's License (Class 4 is an asset), WHMIS is an asset.
• Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector Checks required.
• Up to 3 months related experience preferred; experience with food trucks and working with youth is an asset.

Skills & Capabilities

• Clearance through child & youth abuse prevention and fleet screening.
• Teamwork and adaptability skills.

Compensation

Target range: $15.65 to $16.90, up to $20.28 based on experience and qualifications.

The Salvation Army offers accommodations upon request. Contact: [e-mail]

About Us

Our employees find fulfillment in serving communities, with opportunities for growth, benefits, and a supportive culture. Join us to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.