Kitchen Support Worker (On Call)

Position Type: Casual

Current Wage : $20.15 /hour

Upon implementation of the Collective Agreement and confirmation/receipt of applicable funding, the wage rate will increase to:

- Probationary Rate: $24.52/hour

- After Successful Completion of Probation: $28.85/hour

Eligible employees will receive retroactive pay adjustments as outlined in the Collective Agreement, subject to confirmation and receipt of applicable funding. Retroactive adjustments will be applied back to the employee’s eligible start date of employment.

The timing of these wage changes will be implemented in accordance with the Collective Agreement implementation schedule.

Hours/work schedule: Casual Position - this position will be employed on an on-call basis. There is no guarantee of hours. Scheduled shifts would fall between Monday and Friday and between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm (with possibility of special events outside of these dates and times).

Work location(s): 1240 Gladstone Ave.

About Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH)

Fernwood Neighbourhood House (FNH) is a vibrant, multi-service organization working on the unceded lək̟ʔəŋən (Lekwungen) lands in Victoria, BC. We're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, resilient, and connected community by providing a wide range of programs for all ages, from childcare and family support to food security initiatives, intergenerational programs, and community events that celebrate our diverse neighbourhood. Our work prioritizes equity, centers the voices of marginalized and racialized people, and aims to create a welcoming environment for everyone who calls Fernwood home.

We are looking for an on-call Kitchen Support Worker at the Fernwood Community Centre.





Job Summary The role of the Kitchen Support Worker is to support the delivery of all of Fernwood NH’s program meals and snacks in a coordinated and efficient manner. Food needs for programming vary day to day but can include (though are not limited to) preparing the following: snacks for 50 adults, snacks for 150 children, lunch for 30 adults, lunch for 45 children, dinner for 70 individuals (children and adults), and coffee and tea stations. In addition, this role handles food inventory, monitoring temperature and equipment logs, and cleaning.

The Kitchen Support

Worker is directed and supported by the Community Centre Cook.

General Responsibilities

- Following a pre-determined menu, cook and prepare healthy, age appropriate, snacks and meals.

- Pivot existing menus based on inventory, dietary restrictions, and/or changes in program size.

- Receive, pick-up, and sort donated foods.

- Support the Cook with menu planning based on donated items.

- Place food orders with suppliers or go grocery shopping based on program needs.

- Meet budget and wastage targets

- Maintain inventory, and ensure minimal food waste

- Keep a log of the fridge and dishwasher temperatures

- Maintain proper food rotation

- Maintain kitchen cleanliness

- Support prep and cleaning tasks with direction from the Cook.

- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

- Food Safe Certified

- 1 year experience in a high volume cooking position (preferably in the community sector)

- Experience preparing food for clients with specific dietary needs,



including small children

- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team

- Ability to problem-solve and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision

- The successful candidate will need to a undergo a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check upon hiring.

- Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract(preferred but not required).

Working Conditions / Equipment Used

- Reporting to the Community Centre Cook (and ultimately the Director of Community Programs)

- Ability to lift and move boxes of produce and frozen foods (up to 40lbs)

- Experience using a commercial dishwasher, standard ovens, stove tops, and cold storage

Benefits

- Vacation entitlement as outlined in the Collective Agreement

- Paid sick leave

All perks are subject to funding.

Unionized Position

Fernwood Neighbourhood House is a unionized workplace, and this position is part of the BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) bargaining unit.

Wages, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are governed by the Collective Agreement. Please note that certain wage increases may be subject to the availability of funding. Where applicable and funding is received, eligible employees may receive retroactive wage adjustments in accordance with the Collective Agreement and funding requirements.

Union dues will be deducted from employees' pay in accordance with the Collective Agreement and BCGEU policies..

Fernwood Neighbourhood House is committed to equitable hiring practices and values diversity. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of structural inequity, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQ2IA+ individuals, and those living with disabilities.

📌 Kitchen Support Worker (On Call) (Victoria)
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