Job Order Detail

Description

The Saskatoon Friendship Inn is a high energy fast paced work environment, serving from 1000  1400 meals a day to our vulnerable neighbours in need.

The Cook II takes direction from and works collaboratively with the Head Cook to ensure food quality standards and speed of service are consistently met. The Cook II is the designated lead in the kitchen when the Head Cook is not scheduled; this leadership role ensures all matters directly related to kitchen performance are aligned to the SFI goals and the Head Cooks expectations.

Key Competencies and Personal Attributes

    Understands and supports kitchen priorities and authorities in consultation with the Head Cook.
    Delegates tasks to staff and volunteers, and can capably mentor skill development in the kitchen.
    Excellent time management skills specific to meal preparation and meal delivery.
    Trustworthy, confident and capable decision maker.
    Works collaboratively and inspires organizational performance with all staff.
    Excellent communication and listening skills.
    Personable and effective at engaging a variety of stakeholders including donors, agency partners and guests.
    Understands and aligns to the work and Mission of the Friendship Inn.  

Qualifications/Experience:

    Training or certification in culinary arts preferred.
    Minimum of two years experience in a commercial kitchen, with demonstrated capacity in offering leadership.
    Food Safe Certificate, WHMIS training.

Scheduling:
    Cook II role will involve weekend coverage to offset the Head Cook (over the 7-day week).
    Typical schedule includes 5 consecutive shifts from 6:30am to 2:45pm.