**Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.**
COOK/CLEANER - Part-Time
Position Title: Cook/Cleaner - Part-Time
Hours of Work: 20-30 hours/week (Schedule to be determined based on availability)
Salary: $22.80/hr
Position Summary
The Cook/Cleaner is responsible for performing building cleaning and other duties to ensure that buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner when scheduled to work at a Cleaner. When scheduled to work as a cook, they are responsible for cooking and maintaining a safe and clean environment that meets safe food handling regulations in a trauma informed cultural way by following outlined menu plans.
Qualifications
Successful completion of a high school diploma or GED.
Minium three (3) months Janitor/Cleaner work experience.
A combination of education, training and other related experience in the area of Safe Food Handling.
Preferred
Experience working in an Indigenous organization.
Ability to speak Ojibway, Oji-Cree or Cree.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of safe food handling practices
Knowledge of Indigenous Food Preparation/Practices and Recipes
Ability to meet safety and sanitation practices
Knowledge of a variety of cleaning supplies and cleaning equipment
Ability to adhere to the site safety policies, confidentiality and dress code
Reliable, Cooperative, Personable
Initiative and good judgement
Sensitive to the needs of woman and children in the are of Family Violence
Responsibilities - Cook
Serve residents in a respectful and caring way
Meet safe food handling regulations in a trauma informed cultural way
Follow the prepared menu in accordance with the Indigenous Canada Food Guide
Maintain a clean and sanitary cooking quarters (kitchen) at all times
Responsibilities – Cleaner
Complete and maintain related cleaning records
Maintain overall cleanliness of buildings
Clean offices, showers, bathrooms and common areas
Sweep, mop and vacuum all floor areas
Dust all furniture, fixtures and equipment
Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers and fixtures in the washrooms and showers
Replenish all cleaning supplies in the building including but limited to: paper towel, soap, multipurpose sanitizing spray and hand sanitizer
Clean window, empty all waste baskets, garbage cans and recycling bins
Clean and remove litter/garbage from external areas such as entrance ways, sidewalks, parking lots using appropriate equipment.
Place all garbage and recycling in the outside storage area
Use appropriate safety equipment at all times
Ensure all designated outdoor smoking areas are clean and litter free
Operate a motor vehicle to pick up and move goods and supplies and travel to other locations
Expected Standards of Performance
Adhere to the Policies and Procedures as set by Beendigen.
Leads and models expected behaviors as outlines in the Policies and Procedures of Beendigen.
Always maintain professionalism.
Adherence to the Code of Ethics and positive relationship building.
Regular attendance and conduct at work according to the requirements of the Beendigens Policies and Procedures.
Other Duties
The above statements are the general functions of the position and should not be interpreted as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may pertain to the job.
Key Performance Indicators
Resident, client and employee satisfaction
Visibly clean facility
That membership of the Staff Team contributes to the implementation of the organization’s strategic plan
Personal responsibility has been taken to increase sensitivity and awareness of the organization’s Indigenous Health and Wellness Framework
Services provided meet expectations of clients
Excellent organizational, time management skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Working Conditions
The Cook/Cleaner will be required to perform work at all Beendigen Locations.
Ontario Health and Safety (OH&S) All employees are required to carry out their duties in a manner that does not adversely affect their own health and safety and that of others by reporting all potential hazards; and all incidents and injuries; as well as co-operating with any measures introduced in the workplace to improve OH&S
Employment is subject to:
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit application via Beendigen’s website at http://www.beendigen.com/employment/.
Only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted. Posting will close once position is filled.
Beendigen Anishinabe Women's Crisis Home and Family Healing Agency welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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