Description
Pay Rate: $27.16
JOB DESCRIPTION
CLASSIFICATION POSITION
School Support Worker Culinary Arts Kitchen Assistant
SUMMARY
Under the direction of a School Administrator, provides support to students in the Culinary Arts program where staff are to prepare and mentor students in the operation of a fully functional commercial teaching kitchen.
DUTIES
Provides direct educational support to students in the Culinary Arts program by demonstrating and reinforcing food preparation techniques
Supports students in the development of self-esteem, personal skills, hobbies and interests that promotes and builds positive relationships and rapport
Monitors students and problem solves with them in assisting with industry expectations of food preparation, presentation, service and portion control
Assists all students with carrying out programs as recommended by professional staff by offering demonstrations to students in the preparation of foods which may include salads, sandwiches, meats, vegetables, baked goods and other items
Organizes and prepares food items
Prepares and cleans up for cooking classes
Launders and maintains Chef jackets and aprons
Operates cash register and assists with cash handling procedures
Maintains and practices Food Safe standards (e.g. dish washing, food storage, kitchen and equipment cleanliness, proper rotation and storage of food, laundry, etc.)
Supports the teacher
Trains and orientates new staff, TTOC’s on commercial kitchen best practices
Maintains economic use of food supplies
Shops, purchases, orders and receives supplies
Assists with the safe operation and routine maintenance of commercial kitchen equipment (e.g. deep fryers, ovens)
Responds to food service requests (e.g. take outs and coffee services)
Assists with menu planning
* Performs other assigned duties that are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Level 1 Professional Cook Certificate or Hotel Restaurant Management Diploma
Two years of commercial kitchen experience with a minimum of one year working in an environment with children and youth
Advanced Specialized relevant skills in food preparation and marketing
Advanced knowledge of commercial kitchen food preparation, presentation, service and portion control, cooking and baking techniques
Six months related cashiering experience
Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s license
Food Safe Certificate Level 2
WHMIS certificate
Basic knowledge of WHMIS legislation
* Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage in a fast-paced high stress environment with youth
* Applicants will be expected to possess the physical condition and health necessary to carry out the
required duties of this position.
DATE
March 2022
April 2013
