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:
Supervision: Food Service and Nutrition Manager
Service Responsibilities:
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Takes and records all temperatures of foods in the kitchen that are being served to the resident prior to and during each meal to ensure all food items are at proper temperatures as per standards; takes corrective action as necessary
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Sets tables for resident meal service.
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Plates resident meals in the main kitchen
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Serves resident meals by taking food to tables, if necessary; offers choice at meal service by announcing meal selection and following specific diets.
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Pours tea, coffee hot water, juices and milks.
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Portions desserts and garnishes as required
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Prepares food as assigned by Cook, if necessary
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Reviews menu ensuring all items are in house for the day’s menu. Checks menu for any preparation that needs to be done following production and therapeutics as required. Prepares production sheets as required.
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Reports concerns of the department, including repair and maintenance requirements to the Manager in a timely manner
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Ensures proper storage conditions and rotation of food supplies and leftovers; dating and labeling of foods is essential
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Sets and cleans tables and trays for meal service to residents
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Collects dirty dishes from dining room and kitchen
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Washes dishes after meals, washes pots and pans throughout the day.
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Cleans, sanitizes, sweeps and mops food preparation areas, storage areas, serving areas and refrigerators in kitchen.
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Cleans food preparation areas on a daily basis.
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Empties food cart upon return to kitchen and washes cart after meal service
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Cleans equipment daily according to posted cleaning schedule
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Operates dish machine and takes daily temperatures.
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Ensures all doors are locked to chemical and food storage rooms at end of shift
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Reports to work on time in clean uniform. Wears hairnet at all times and wears apron when preparing food and serving food. Wears proper gloves for H&S.
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Attends Food Services staff meetings, department and facility in-services
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Performs all duties in a safe manner consistent with the Facility Statement of Philosophy, Department Goals, Mission Statement, and The Statement of Resident Rights
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Performs other duties in a safe manner and assumes other responsibilities as required.
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Ensures all jobs are covered replacing sick following call in procedure when FSM is absent.
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Perform other position related duties as required.
This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities of the incumbent.
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Develop an understanding of the Mission of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities
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Maintain information in confidence as required
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Participate as an active and responsible team member
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Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner
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Participate in supervision and performance appraisal process.
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Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
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Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
This position description will be reviewed by the employee and supervisor on a regular basis. Amendments can be made at any time at the discretion of the employer.
Must have formal and on-the-job training in quantity food preparation, cooking, food and equipment safety, and sanitation
Must be reliable, conscientious, neat, clean and demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with others
Provide an original copy of a Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required within the period of 6 months prior to hire date. The screening is secured either through the through a local police detachment, or Provincial Police Service (OPP).
Conditions of Employment:
Normal location of work is at 5050 Jepson Street, Niagara Falls, ON
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $23.29 to $24.01 with a maximum of $24.72.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
