Title: Cook - (Casual)
Number of Positions: Multiple
Competition Number: C141
Location: Phoenix Centre (Main Campus)
Position Status: Casual (On Call)
Reports to: Program
Manager
Compensation: (Grid 9)
$25.61 - $27.31
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Set
up, clean and organize work stations with all necessary supplies
- Prepare
ingredients for the day; wash, chop and season meat, vegetables, etc.
- Prepare
and cook menu items according to nutritional standards with other kitchen staff
- Handle
multiple food orders at one time
- Deliver
menu items to clients as required
- Store
and dispose of any food properly
- Ensure
sufficient stock and inventory of food, supplies and equipment
- Sanitize
and clean work stations and kitchen supplies
- Comply
with health and safety and sanitation standards
- Ensure
that food is distributed in high quality and in a timely fashion
- Perform
other duties as required
Qualifications:
- High
school diploma or equivalent
- Red
Seal certification is required
- 1
to 3 years of experience in preparing, cooking and delivering meals
- Satisfactory completion
of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is required
- Satisfactory completion
of Tuberculosis Screening form is required
- Satisfactory completion
of Employee Immunization Record form is required
- First aid certification
with CPR is required
- Food
Safe Level 1 is required
Skills & Knowledge:
- Excellent
knowledge of daily meal preparation
- Strong
organizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
- Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing and
verbally in English
- Ability
to follow all food health and safety regulations
- Demonstrated commitment to the
social sector with a passion for the organization’s mission is essential
Competencies:
Approach
to Work
- Demonstrates
initiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness
- Actively
seeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement
- Sets
goals, creates and implements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates
results
- Adeptly
manages competing tasks and uses time efficiently and effectively
Job
Knowledge & Quality of Work
- High-degree of relevant and current job knowledge
and skill
- Consistently produces accurate, thorough,
high-quality work in a timely manner
- Builds and promotes a culture of health and safety
in the workplace
- Implements and enforces best practices in health
and safety within the workplace
Judgement
& Decision-Making
- Models independent thinking and creativity
- Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills
- Makes clear, consistent, transparent and timely
decisions after contemplating various available courses of action
- Exercises sound judgment in the best interests of
the organization
Communication
& Interpersonal Skills
- Expresses themselves clearly and professionally
both verbally and in writing
- Displays high emotional intelligence; uses tact and
diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential situations
- Has a manner, style and presence that makes a
positive impression
- Listens to and considers others’ views
Personal
Leadership
- Models the organization’s core values of social
justice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-based practices
- Fosters enthusiasm, energy and commitment
- Takes responsibility for personal actions,
performance and health
- Is reliable and accountable; shows up on time ready
to work
Teamwork
& Collaboration
- Effectively works with their colleagues to ensure
organizational success
- Champions positive working relationships with staff
and external stakeholders
- Supports an environment of openness, and champions
teamwork and communication across programs
- Leverages the expertise and experience of others
for organizational success
Closing Details:
Closing Date
Internal applications will be accepted until March 03rd, 2026, 04:00 pm
“All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.
External applicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed and interviewed.
All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Phoenix is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
While we thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
