Shelter Kitchen Chef - Evenings & Weekends

Good Shepherd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Benefits

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Education & professional development

Job summary

Good Shepherd seeks a Cook to prepare meals and snacks for Guests of our Emergency Shelter, Community Hot Meal Program, and Catering events. The role requires following health and safety guidelines and working under supervision to ensure nutritious, safe meals.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and preferably a 2-year Culinary Management/Food Services diploma or equivalent experience, with 3 years in professional kitchens and valid Food Handler's Certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is the minimum academic requirement.
• 2-year culinary management/food services diploma or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years' progressive culinary experience in professional kitchens.
• Valid Food Handler's Certification.
• Negative TB Test required before starting work.
• WHMIS or First-Aid training are assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide all meals and snacks for Guests at the Emergency Shelter, Community Hot Meal Program and Catering functions.
• Comply with Health and Safety programs and Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations.
• Maintain safe, hospitable, and non-judgmental environment while performing duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary Management/Food Services diploma

Tools

G-class driver's license

Job description

Good Shepherd seeks a Cook to prepare meals and snacks for Guests of our Emergency Shelter, Community Hot Meal Program, and Catering events. The role requires following health and safety guidelines and working under supervision to ensure nutritious, safe meals.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and preferably a 2-year Culinary Management/Food Services diploma or equivalent experience, with 3 years in professional kitchens and valid Food Handler's Certification.