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The Lodge is seeking a responsible, mature and well organized individual who is responsible for the provision of nutritious and healthy meals and snacks for the residents of the centre & staff from Monday to Friday.
This position is also responsible for the purchasing of food and supplies, ensuring hygiene and safe food handling procedures are adhered to and ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen.
Under the direction of the Administrative Supervisor, this position will work 8 hours/day, however, there may be times when extra hours or flexibility in hours are required depending on need.
General duties include:
- Preplan 3-6 week menus and preparation of 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), morning, mid-day and evening snacks, Monday to Friday for youth and taking into account individual diet needs (i.e. allergies)
- Preparation of weekend meals and snacks for the weekend staff to prepare.
- Cooking and baking as required
- Monitoring and keeping track of the food inventory and re-ordering as required
- Ensures all food items are dated in the fridge, freezer and ensures that there is no wastage.
- Wears hair net and gloves when preparing food.
- Ensures all areas in the kitchen and dining area is cleaned and sanitized according to cleaning schedules.
- General maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Cleaning of walk-in cooler, freezers and fridges
- Knowledge or preparation of ceremonial food is an asset
Applicants must have:
- Valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
- Knowledge & experience of the Canada's Food Guide
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen setting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- An interest and ability to work with youth (patience)
- Addiction free lifestyles
- A sincere interest in supporting First Nations Culture
- Valid Saskatchewan Driver's License
- Acceptable CPIC and Child Abuse Registry Check
- Must be able to lift 10-25 lbs - groceries/supplies
Starting date - as soon as possible!