Job Description

Casual/ Relief Food Service Worker PositionAbout Us: Buchanan Lodge follows the Master Collective Agreement. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of care and are looking for bright and enthusiastic people to join our team. If you have a passion working with people and are dedicated to enriching the lives of those around you, we want you!Location, Location, Location: Buchanan Lodge is centrally located, steps from Royal Colombian Hospital, coffee shops, eateries, grocery stores, childcare centers and Sapperton and Braid Skytrain stations. Were also located on the 155 Braid/22nd Street Station, and 128 Braid/22nd Street Station bus routes and just a 5-minute drive from the freeway. Its only a short SkyTrain ride to New Westminster Quay, 15 minutes to Surrey, and 30 minutes to Downtown Vancouver and there is free parking on site! - Its the perfect location for commuting!Team Environment: Be a part of a team that feels more like family. We have people at our heart both our residents, families and friends and our employees. At Buchanan, we believe in our employees well-being and satisfaction.Perks of working with the Buchanan Lodge Team:

• Master Collective Wage
• People-centric culture
• Air-conditioned building
• Centrally located near Skytrain & Bus Routes
• Hands on training & orientation to set you up for success

*Applicable to regular status only.The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.Mission Statement: The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Core Values: The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyones worth.Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.Join our team today!I. Level DefinitionPositions at this level perform a variety of duties within a food service operation such as portioning and serving meals, washing and peeling vegetables and fruit, preparing items such as tea, coffee and toast, and washing dishes and utensils.II. Typical Duties(1) Sets up meal trays with items such as condiments, utensils and napkins; portions out food and beverages on meal trays according to menu slips; loads, delivers, collects and unloads meal service wagons.(2) Portions out and serves food and beverages within a dining room and/or cafeteria operation; operates dispensing machines; puts away and brings out supplies as required; takes cash and/or meal tickets for items purchased; utilizes a cash register as required.(3) Counts, weighs and/or measures ingredients for assigned food preparation area.(4) Makes beverages and food items such as tea, coffee and toast; assembles items such as sandwiches and salads.(5) Washes, peels and stores vegetables and fruit.(6) Strips, racks and washes items such as dishes, pots, pans and utensils; operates dishwashing and/or pot washing machines; stacks clean dishes and utensils; sets, clears and cleans dining tables.(7) Performs cleaning duties such as sweeping and damp mopping floors, cleaning counter tops, sinks, machines and equipment and spot washing walls and splash areas; removes garbage as required.(8) Performs clerical duties such as answering the telephone, filing, writing information on menu cards and checking cards against lists.(9) Performs other related duties as assigned.III. Qualifications(1) Education, Training and ExperienceGrade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.(2) Skills and Abilities(i) Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.(ii) Ability to deal with others effectively.(iii) Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.(iv) Ability to organize work.(v) Ability to operate related equipment.Required Certificates:\xc2\xb7Current Food Safe CertificateSuccessful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean drivers abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees at Buchanan Lodge/Sunset Lodge/Grace Health Services/Vancouver Harbour Light Detox. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.Job Type: CasualSalary: $23.38 per hourFlexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• serving in long term care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe Certification (preferred)
• Criminal Record Clearance (preferred)

Work Location: In person