Title:  Food Prep Worker

JOB TITLE: KITCHEN HELPER / ASSISTANT COOK

SLS SPECIFIC PREAMBLE:

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook works as part of the Food and Nutrition Services team in a senior living environment, supporting meal preparation, food service, sanitation, and resident dining experiences while following all food safety standards and organizational policies.

GENERAL POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook assists with food preparation, meal assembly, dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, and supporting cooks in daily kitchen operations. The position ensures residents receive nutritious meals in a safe, respectful, and home-like dining environment. The employee performs all duties in accordance with organizational policies, occupational health and safety standards, and provincial regulations.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with preparation of meals, snacks, beverages, and desserts according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and prepares vegetables, fruits, and ingredients for meal production.
• Portions and serves food attractively while following portion control standards.
• Assists cooks during meal service and catering events.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workstations, dining areas, and storage rooms.
• Operates dishwashing equipment and ensures dishes, utensils, and pots are properly sanitized.
• Labels, dates, stores, and rotates food products using FIFO procedures.
• Receives and stocks food and supply deliveries appropriately.
• Records temperatures and follows HACCP food safety procedures.
• Removes kitchen garbage and recycling and maintains waste disposal areas.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safe work practices.
• Assists residents and customers courteously during meal service.
• Supports special functions, celebrations, and catering services as required.
• Reports maintenance, safety, and supply concerns to management.
• Attends required in-services, meetings, and training sessions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND SPECIFIC TRAINING:

Mandatory:

• Ability to read and write English at Grade 12 level and follow instructions.
• Food Safe Certificate or willingness to obtain during probation period.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to schedule changes.
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
• Covid-19 and annual influenza vaccination records required.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare, long-term care, or commercial food service.
• Experience operating kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, steamers, and dishwashers.

CONCENTRATED “ON THE JOB” LEARNING TIME REQUIRED:

About 3 months of supervised training and orientation required to achieve job competence.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS:

Lifting Weight Range:

• Under 5 kg (11 lbs.)
• 05–10 kg (11–22 lbs.) – Frequent
• 10–20 kg (22–45 lbs.) – Occasional

Other Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout shifts.
• Exposure to hot surfaces, steam, refrigeration, and cleaning chemicals.
• Frequent manual dexterity for food preparation and dishwashing tasks.
• Ability to maintain concentration and work efficiently during busy meal periods.

WORKING CONDITIONS OF JOB:

(a) Work Conditions:

Exposure to heat, steam, kitchen noise, cleaning chemicals, refrigerators, and freezers.

(b) Scheduled Work Week:

Shift work including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

(c) Travel:

None.

JOB TITLE: KITCHEN HELPER / ASSISTANT COOK

SLS SPECIFIC PREAMBLE:

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook works as part of the Food and Nutrition Services team in a senior living environment, supporting meal preparation, food service, sanitation, and resident dining experiences while following all food safety standards and organizational policies.

GENERAL POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook assists with food preparation, meal assembly, dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, and supporting cooks in daily kitchen operations. The position ensures residents receive nutritious meals in a safe, respectful, and home-like dining environment. The employee performs all duties in accordance with organizational policies, occupational health and safety standards, and provincial regulations.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with preparation of meals, snacks, beverages, and desserts according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and prepares vegetables, fruits, and ingredients for meal production.
• Portions and serves food attractively while following portion control standards.
• Assists cooks during meal service and catering events.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workstations, dining areas, and storage rooms.
• Operates dishwashing equipment and ensures dishes, utensils, and pots are properly sanitized.
• Labels, dates, stores, and rotates food products using FIFO procedures.
• Receives and stocks food and supply deliveries appropriately.
• Records temperatures and follows HACCP food safety procedures.
• Removes kitchen garbage and recycling and maintains waste disposal areas.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safe work practices.
• Assists residents and customers courteously during meal service.
• Supports special functions, celebrations, and catering services as required.
• Reports maintenance, safety, and supply concerns to management.
• Attends required in-services, meetings, and training sessions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND SPECIFIC TRAINING:

Mandatory:

• Ability to read and write English at Grade 12 level and follow instructions.
• Food Safe Certificate or willingness to obtain during probation period.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to schedule changes.
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
• Covid-19 and annual influenza vaccination records required.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare, long-term care, or commercial food service.
• Experience operating kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, steamers, and dishwashers.

CONCENTRATED “ON THE JOB” LEARNING TIME REQUIRED:

About 3 months of supervised training and orientation required to achieve job competence.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS:

Lifting Weight Range:

• Under 5 kg (11 lbs.)
• 05–10 kg (11–22 lbs.) – Frequent
• 10–20 kg (22–45 lbs.) – Occasional

Other Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout shifts.
• Exposure to hot surfaces, steam, refrigeration, and cleaning chemicals.
• Frequent manual dexterity for food preparation and dishwashing tasks.
• Ability to maintain concentration and work efficiently during busy meal periods.

WORKING CONDITIONS OF JOB:

(a) Work Conditions:

Exposure to heat, steam, kitchen noise, cleaning chemicals, refrigerators, and freezers.

(b) Scheduled Work Week:

Shift work including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

(c) Travel:

None.