Kitchen Help Full Time

Compass Group Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a General Help to support meal preparation and distribution at a correctional center. You will assist with sanitation, portioning, and safe handling of food, contributing to efficient service units.

You must have Grade 12 and a Food Safe Level 1 certificate, and be able to communicate in English. The role emphasizes reliability, hygiene, and teamwork, with on-site work and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with or without related experience.
• Must pass and maintain a clean criminal record.
• Food Safe Level 1 certificate or provincial equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to perform all job-related tasks; operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables per the prep schedule.
• Prepare, cook or pan food as per prep schedule.
• Count, weigh and measure ingredients for the production area.
• Store food following wrapping, dating, and food safety procedures.
• Portion meal trays and special diet trays per the meal schedule.
• Load, deliver, collect and unload meal service carts to the pods.
• Perform general cleaning duties and maintain storage areas.

Skills

English Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Equipment Operation

Education

Grade 12

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

How you will make an impact:

You will complete a variety of duties in the preparation and distribution of meals to service units as per the requirements of that Correctional Center along with sanitation and cleaning tasks.

As a General Help you will:

• Wash, peel, and cut of fruits and vegetables per the preparation schedule.
• Prepare, cook or pan food as per prep schedule
• Count, weigh and measure ingredients for assigned food production area
• Store food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures
• Portion meal trays and special diet trays as per meal schedule
• Load, deliver, collect and unload meal service carts to the pods
• Perform general cleaning duties including carts, trolleys, dishes and pots.
• Maintain storage areas in a clean and orderly manner
• Work efficiently and handle all equipment and products safely.
• Perform other duties during off-service hours as required.
• Perform any reasonable request as assigned or directed by management in a suitable timeframe

About you:

• Grade 12, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Must pass and maintain a clean criminal record
• Possess a Food Safe level 1 certificate or provincial equivalent
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal in the English language
• Physical ability to perform all job-related tasks
• Ability to operate all related equipment
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and organizational skills
• Must practice good personal hygiene
• Must be able to effectively give and receive instructions

Why Join Us?

• You will receive your benefits right away!
• There are opportunities to advance within on of Canada's largest food service companies
• Contribute to experience that improve well-being, satisfaction, and quality of life.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where employees are values and respected

The hourly wage rate for this position is $19.76. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence -based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.