Cook- Casual

City: Penticton
Program and Site Location: All Penticton Sites
Reports To : Head Cook
Term:  Casual/On-Call up to a maximum of 40 hours per week 
Wage Range: $24.43 up to $28.04 based on education and related
experience.

The ASK Wellness Society is an Accredited
not-for-profit organization. Through the generous support of funders, we assist
those who are marginalized and at-risk to strengthen the communities we serve
(Kamloops, Merritt, and Penticton). We provide housing and support to those who
are facing homelessness/at risk of homelessness and support those who may use
substances, mental health challenges, harm reduction, health education and
ultimately provide the skills to re-enter the workforce.

What We Offer:

• On-site training and development opportunities

• A culture of equality, inclusion, and diversity 

Position Summary: Work alongside the Head Cook as their assistant, at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by the ASK Wellness Society and any applicable government agencies. In partnership with the Head Cook manage daily kitchen activities, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking.

Typical Duties
Include:

General Cook Responsibilities

Assist
team to prepare and cook large quantities of food for 60+ (continental
breakfast and dinner).

Lead meal prep/service and supervise
kitchen team in Head Cook's absence.

Provide guidance to other kitchen staff
members and tenant support workers with respect to food preparation, service,
and cleaning.

Oversee and organize kitchen stock and
ingredients.

Ensures a first-in, first-out food
rotation system and verify all food products are properly dated and organized
for quality assurance.

Keep cooking stations stocked, especially
before and during prime operation hours.

Assist the Head Cook in hiring and training
new kitchen employees to kitchen standards.

Assist Head Cook with menu creation,
managing food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizing
waste, plus works with existing systems to improve waste reduction and manage
budgetary concerns.

Verify food storage units all meet
standards and are consistently well-managed.

Regularly
monitor and inspect kitchen equipment, report any problems or inconsistencies
to the Head Chef and make recommendations for repair or procurement.

Ensure high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safety are
maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times as per industry standards.

Ensure compliance with all supportive
standards, policies, and procedures.

Other duties which may or may not be
outlined in this job description.

 Administrative
Responsibilities

When
requested, assist Head Cook with reviewing
invoices from suppliers for accuracy and updating computer files related to
food service annually and as needed (food inventories, signage and labels,
recipe books).

When
requested, be a member of the COA's
Performance and Quality Improvement team in which you will encourage the
organization to use data to identify areas of needed improvement and implement
improvement plans in support of achieving performance targets, program goals,
client satisfaction, and positive client outcomes. 

Other duties which may or may not be
outlined within this job description.

Qualifications 

Minimum of two years prep/cooking
experience an asset.

Formal culinary training is considered
an asset.

Advanced knowledge of food hygiene and
safe kitchen practices including the use of commercial equipment and tools.

Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis
Critical Control Points) an asset.

Mental Health First Aid, ASIST, and Trauma Informed Practice an asset.

Requirements and skills

Understands and
maintains professional boundaries.

Must pass an
acceptable criminal record check for the vulnerable sector.

Occupational First
Aid Level 1, Food Safe Level 1 and WHMIS required.

Readiness to
complete in-house online training within the first month of employment.

As Program
Participants are allowed to have pets, it is noted that this is a pet friendly
environment.

How to apply: Please apply online.

If you self-identify as Indigenous (First
Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and/or would like assistance with the application
process, job readiness, interview readiness or tips for resume and cover letter
writing, we encourage you to contact us, and you will be redirected to our
Employment Advisor. 

The ASK Wellness Society is dedicated to
promoting diversity/multiculturalism with inclusion as one of our Core
Values.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or
expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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