Job Description

This position is for The Ottawa Mission's, Chef Ric's Location (384 Rideau Street).

The Core Purpose

of the Ottawa Mission is to reflect Jesus' love in serving the homeless, the hungry, and the lost.

Our Mission

is to by provide food, shelter, clothing and skills, and offer healing, faith and hope for building a wholesome life.

Our Vision

is that all the hurting, hungry and lost in Ottawa find HOPE, HEALING & HOME

Our Values are

Acceptance, Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Interdependence

Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Manager of Catering Services the Food Retail Store Front Attendant will perform a comprehensive range of work duties, including, but not limited to, serving customers, taking customer orders, preparing, heating and packaging simple food items, taking customer payment, etc.

They will assist the Coordinator of the Food Services Training Program (FSTP) in ensuring all students are trained in the retail store front.

The Food Retail Store Front Attendant is a team-oriented person, responsible for building and fostering relationships, networking opportunities internally within The Ottawa Mission and externally within the community at large.

Major Responsibilities

Daily:

Taking customer orders, accepting payment and serving customers at food counters. Prepare, heat, finish cooking and package simple food items. Use a cash register to process customer orders, accept payment and give change. Answer customer questions about menu items and serve customers at counters or buffet tables. Preparing and serving food such as sandwiches, salads, pastries and beverages, including coffee-type drinks. Clean, peel, slice and trim food items using manual and electric appliances. Stock refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and sandwich bars. Keep records of the quantities of food used Perform required administrative duties, which includes processing, in a timely manner, required paperwork, and meeting all necessary deadlines. Clean and sanitize kitchen areas including, work surfaces, cupboards and storage areas, as well as dispose of kitchen garbage Work with the FSTP Coordinator, Manager and Assistant Manager of Catering Services to train the FSTP student and volunteers Initiate daily concrete and measurable goals and objectives Meet on a regular basis with the Manager, Assistant Manager of Catering Services and the FSTP Coordinator to discuss operational issues Ensure an atmosphere of mutual respect and positive working relationships among staff members, students, volunteers and customers In collaboration with the Manager and Assistant Manager of Catering Services, suggest retail menus that will work for the store front Ensure adherence to all Health & Safety policies and procedures and fulfill requirements for annual compliance training Ensure all standards regarding hygienic food storage, preparation and serving are maintained in order to successfully meet all the requirements of inspections by the Ottawa Public Health and Long Term Care Branch

Other Requirements

Education:

Secondary School Diploma Food Handler Certification Valid 'G' Class Driver's License with clean abstract considered an asset

Experience:

Previous culinary experience in a cafe/restaurant with strong culinary production skills

Qualifications:

Excellent oral and written communication skills along with the ability to build relationships Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team Desire to develop and motivate the people around you to always be their best Committed to continuous improvement Energetic and positive Committed to being inclusive and embracing diversity Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint) Valid G driver's license Bilingualism considered an asset

Working Conditions

Must work to, sometimes strident, deadlines, manage and respond to competing priorities Must be comfortable working in a challenging environment that has the potential for confrontation and/or exposure to violence Ability to work flexible hours and schedules, weekends and holidays may be required, as well as mornings and evenings Overtime as required General Commercial Kitchen setting
We thank all applicants for their interest in The Ottawa Mission, however, due to the volume of resumes we receive, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST, FOR ALL APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

THE OTTAWA MISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $21.11 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Flexible schedule Wellness program
Work Location: In person