Head Cook (Term)
$47.24k per yearFull-time
Alpha House Society
Job Responsibility:
Job Type: Term until April 2026 - Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Pay: $47,237
About the Role
The Head Cook & Team Lead at Alpha House is responsible for leadership in a commercial kitchen that feeds approximately 100 individuals (Detox clients, housing clients and staff) on a daily basis. Menu planning, budgeting, staff supervision and Health and safety are key responsibilities of the Head Cook. Your duties would include:
- Ensuring compliance with health regulations
- Provides training, supervision and first level disciplinary action (verbal warnings and documented conversations) to the Kitchen staff
- Responsible for hiring kitchen staff as well as writing and conducting performance reviews of Kitchen staff, and when necessary making recommendations regarding probation extensions or terminations
- Menu planning based on items obtained from the food bank
- Preparing and overseeing the preparation of meals and soups for the day
- Supervising clean up and assisting as required
- Managing the food budget, inventory and waste control
- Assisting with serving detox clients and staff
- Assisting in receiving inventory, donations, etc.
- Occasional prep for special occasions, such as the AGM, special event BBQs, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.
- Cleaning equipment and workstations
- Other duties as required
About You:
- Completion at minimum, of a two year culinary arts program
- At least 5 years cooking experience, three of which were in a leadership position
- Experienced in preparing large one dish meals typically used for off-site clients
- A passion for making soups (for the homeless)
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License (non-GDL) required
- Experience working with vulnerable populations as well as volunteers is required
- Must be able to pass a criminal record check and vulnerable sector search
- Able to make sound judgments requiring confidentiality, tact and diplomacy within tight deadlines
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs throughout the course of the day
- Must be willing to work a three week rotating shift of 7 am - 3 pm and 10 am - 6 pm
- Understanding and adherence to Alpha House's Mission
About Alpha House
Alpha House is dedicated to providing safe, caring, and respectful environments for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve, offering comprehensive support and resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery and stability.
Benefits of working at Alpha House
- Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations
- Medical Benefits after six months of continuous work
- Personal Development and training opportunities
If this role sounds like something you are interested in, we urge you to apply.
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