Cook - Casual

Job Category: Community Impact and Programs

Requisition Number: COOKH
002136

• Posted :
  September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $22.55 CAD per hour

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Employment Type: Casual

Schedule:

Called as needed, No Set schedule
Reporting to: Food Services Supervisor
City: Kamloops
Wage: $22.55 hourly
Number of Positions to Fill: 2
RFR #: 2280

• Fulfill the mission of The Mustard Seed’s ministry and maintain a high level of professionalism, respect and gratitude with all staff, donors, volunteers, community participants and visitors
• Prepare and serve daily meals per scheduled shift
• Participate in monthly menu planning while maintaining flexibility to incorporate donations as possible in order to ensure wise stewardship of budget
• Manage the preparation, delivery, portioning, service, and storage of meals at designated locations
• Work with Volunteer Services to build a rewarding and meaningful volunteer experience for those helping in the kitchen, including staff and volunteers
• Understand and communicate the root causes of poverty and poverty alleviation to those helping in the kitchen
• Safely transport food from our housing location to the shelter
• Ensure that volunteers treat all guests with dignity and care consistent with the values of The Mustard Seed when in the kitchen
• In accordance with British Columbia Health Standards, comply with all legislation, bylaws and standards (health, fire, safety) to ensure food safe practices are followed when receiving food (both donations and orders), storing food, and handling (preparing and serving) food
• Train and mentor those helping in the kitchen - staff, volunteers, and community participants - on cooking skills, interpersonal skills, and food handling and safety

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance, while carrying out and maintaining excellent standards of client care
• Contribute to and promote a community climate of respect, safety and mutual support among clients and staff
• Maintain food areas’ cleanliness and kitchen safety to building code standards
• Maintain specific records for KPI’s including meal plans and any changes, quantities, daily notes
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings, training, and any other event scheduled by supervisor
• Facilitate volunteers with food handling and safety
• Foster meaningful and cooperative relationships with supervisors, co-workers, volunteers, donors and community participants
• Participate in all staff training (e.g. First Aid, SafeTALK, Nonviolence) and attend monthly general meetings and support meetings with supervisor
• Other duties may be assigned when required

• Experience working in food services, food preparation and meal planning skills
• Valid First Aid Certification
• Valid Food Safety Certification
• Understanding of poverty issues within the inner city and willingness to continue to learn about issues, particularly those pertaining to food
• Flexible spirit able to adapt to changing situations and solve problems creatively
• Demonstrated compassion and empathy towards clients with addictions, mental
• Illness, physical disabilities, behavioral issues, and/or medical issues
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for client individuality and self-determination
• Strong interpersonal skills: able to work with a variety of groups and personality types
• Ability to work independently and be a self-starter
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills: able to support and train staff and volunteers
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with related legislation.

• Work week is typically 40 hours a week, some evenings and weekends may be required
• Fast-paced indoor working environment
• Moderate mental effort including:…