Department: Kitchen Job Category: Salary Reports To: Kitchen Coordinator Position Type: Full-time Direct Reports: N/A Shift: Day, Afternoon, Night Indirect Reports: N/A Location: Main building Position Summary

Reporting to the Kitchen Coordinator, the Kitchen Cook is responsible for aiding in the daily operations of the Kitchen. This includes preparing food, cooking food, cleaning of the kitchen space and equipment, dishes, and other small wares used in meal service operations. staffing, ordering, and facilitating smooth operations in meal service delivery for the DI.

Time Commitment

40 hours per rotation with 5 days on and 2 days off, however there will be requirements to be available and flexible from time to time outside normal business hours as the need arises. Schedule may be altered at the discretion of management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Weigh, measure, mix and assemble ingredients for menu items Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (washing, chopping, peeling, cutting etc.) Season and cook food according to recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment Observe and test food to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing them with utensils Properly handle and store food items at appropriate temperatures Ensure food prep area, serving area and kitchen are cleaned and sanitized at the end of shift Portion, arrange and garnish food,



ready to be served to clients in a timely manner Assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods Give suggestions to supervisory staff regarding new preparations and menu plans Clean kitchen equipment and kitchen before and after food service including weekly and special cleaning Sort, stack dishes and load/unload dishwasher Sort, stack and store all cleaned items in an organized and safe manner Coordinate with other kitchen staff Report any mishaps in the kitchen and apply safety standards Maintain valuable working relationship with all kitchen staff Ensure all tasks related to the close-down and re-open of kitchen is done in a timely manner Perform other duties as assigned by Kitchen Coordinator

Work with volunteer groups and individuals to achieve all necessary kitchen tasks (preparation, meal service, cleaning, etc.) Required Competencies and Qualifications Minimum of two years’ kitchen experience

Food Handlers Certificate is considered an asset

Satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check – dated within the last 6 months. Copy required.

Effective time management and communication skills

Proficient use of computers, Microsoft Office and any other database software(s) used to track service delivery; be proficient in Office365 and Microsoft Office Suite

Energetic and self-directed, with effective time management and organizational skills including the ability to deal with several priorities at the same time

Capacity to provide leadership

Well-developed interpersonal, conflict resolution and negotiating skills

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to improve programs and processes

Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written

Eager to learn new systems and adopt improved best practices

Must demonstrate initiative and be able to work autonomously Must be acceptable of industry risks, including coming into contact with bodily fluids

Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

A genuine commitment to the mission, vision, values, and work of the agency.

📌 Kitchen - Cook (Calgary)
🏢 The Calgary Drop-In Centre
📍 Calgary