Job Description

Overview

Community Kitchen Assistant

(Work Placement Opportunity)

Are you looking to build practical skills and confidence for a future career in food service? The Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society is offering two structured, supportive

Community Kitchen Assistant

placements as part of a work readiness initiative. These 200-hour placements are designed to help participants develop hands-on skills in a real kitchen environment while building confidence, employability, and workplace skills.

Placement Highlights - What You'll Learn and Do:

As a Community Kitchen Assistant, you will support the day-to-day operations of our Community Kitchen by:

Assisting with basic food preparation, serving, and dishwashing Following food safety and hygiene protocols (including temperature checks and sanitation) Setting up tables and serving areas for daily meal service Cleaning and disinfecting kitchen surfaces, equipment, and dining areas Participating in team meetings and following shift checklists Communicating effectively with staff, volunteers, and fellow participants Providing respectful, dignified meal service to clients in a community setting

Training & Certifications (provided or supported as part of placement):

Food Safe Level 1 Occupational First Aid Level 1 WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Skills You Will Gain:

Food preparation and kitchen safety Cleaning and sanitation procedures Time management, task prioritization and work collaboratively with kitchen staff and volunteers Communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment Understanding of workplace health and safety best practice

Ideal Candidate:

This opportunity is ideal for individuals currently receiving income or disability

assistance

who are motivated to gain experience and pursue employment in the food

service or hospitality sectors. No prior kitchen experience is necessary - just a

willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a commitment to completing the 200-hour

placement.

How to Apply:

To express interest or learn more about the Community Kitchen Assistant work

placement, Please submit your

resume

through Indeed.

or Contact

Erin Abbott, Outreach and Wellness Coordinator

Email:

erin.abbott@nvsss.ca

Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society

2702 Nicola Ave, Merritt BC

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Casual, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $17.85 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program On-site parking
Work Location: In person