Cook
Our Vision
The Canadian Mental Health Association provides mental health education and mental illness recovery-focused programs and services for people of all ages and their families. We work collaboratively to develop realistic community awareness of homelessness and provide housing opportunities for clients. CMHA Kamloops creates awareness, provides education, and supports individuals and families living with mental health or substance use concerns. Our programs are community-based, they include supportive and independent living, homelessness services, and peer support. By working closely with other community agencies, we are working to bridge gaps in mental health care and facilitate access to critical services and resources.
Salary & Benefits:
$25.61
The Role
The Cook prepares and cooks meals for residents of the shelter and ensures the safety and cleanliness of the kitchen areas. The cook will interact with shelter clients in a way that maintains their dignity and well-being
Key Responsibilities
· Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in ovens, grills, and a variety of other kitchen equipment;
· Maintains a clean and sanitary work station and refrigeration equipment;
· Work within a multi-disciplinary shelter team liaising with staff and supervisors to promote a supportive respectful environment;
· Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies,
· Transport meals to other sites and assist with meal prep, if required
Key Skills and Experience Required
· One year recent, related work experience
· Class 5 Drivers License and own vehicle with Business Insurance
· HEP B Vaccination Required
· First Aid with CPR and Food Safe required
· Mental Health First Aid an asset
Interviews will be conducted ongoing as applications are received. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
CMHA Kamloops is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others whom may contribute to the further diversification of the Association. Lived experiences of mental illness and or addictions is considered an asset. To avoid a conflict of interest, people who are currently accessing CMHA Kamloops services are not eligible to apply.
A criminal record check free of convictions of violence and other crimes against the vulnerable will be required.
Thank you for your interest!
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $27.33 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle with business insurance?
- Do you currently hold a valid Food Safe certificate?
- This role may require transporting meals to other sites and assisting with meal preparation across programs. Are you comfortable with this responsibility?
- This role requires open and flexible availability, including weekdays and potential weekend shifts. Are you able to provide consistent open availability?
- Do you hold a valid BC Driver’s License ?
Work Location: In person
