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This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and locations across Ontario. Within your application, you will have the opportunity to identify the skills, work preferences and qualifications you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position. You will also be required to identify the cities you are able to travel to and work in. Some cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Please check the location of the cities using Google Maps before indicating in your application that you are able to travel to and work in that city Note: relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
Some positions on this job are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and are required to pay union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay cheque. Additional information on other entitlements and exemptions are set out in the Employment Standards Act, 2000.
About the job
Work Description:
- Assist senior cook with day to day food preparation, serving, and cleaning for approximately 40 staff. E.g. basic food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, sweeping floors, washing dishes, recycling, unpacking deliveries
- Prepare food list requirements and ensure supply orders are correct
- Assist with ensuring food is properly cooked and distributed on time
- Assist with offering alternative meals to individuals with special dietary needs
- Maintain the cookery in a clean and orderly fashion
- Assist with cooking and preparing foods appropriate to the program in accordance with Canada's Health Food Guide
- Position requires lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
All positions on this job ad require students to meet the mandatory program eligibility requirements including being at least 15 years of age on the first day of employment. There is no age limit.
Some positions on this job ad may require students to be 15-24 years of age (or 15-29 years of age if you are a person with a disability) on the first day of employment due to program funding.
In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, some positions on this job ad may require the successful candidate(s) to provide a general screening check. A general screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification, at your own expense.
Some positions on this job ad may be excluded and not represented by OPSEU depending on the area/department in the Ministry where they are located. This will be disclosed during the recruitment process by the hiring manager.
Communication and Organizational Skills
You use your interpersonal communication skills to work collaboratively within a team environment and to deal tactfully with staff in a high volume food service environment You use your communication skill to listen, follow directions and seek clarification as requiredYou use your organizational skills to perform work in an orderly and timely wayTechnical Skills
You use your knowledge of operations and maintenance of a kitchen and cookery to serve large groups of peopleYou use your knowledge of safe food preparation and handling practices and techniquesRequirements and Work Habits
Ability to work in a Kitchen environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulationsAbility and comfort in operating small equipment (e.g. dish washer and cleaning equipment)Ability to follow directions and seek clarificationAbility to be organized and punctualAbility to work flexible hours and some weekends to provide and assist with the preparation of three (3) meals per dayYou will be provided with training on the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)