Chef Assistant, Community Food Centre

Organization Details
Organization Name: NorWest Co-op Community Health
Address: 785 Keewatin St
Winnipeg MB  R2X 3B9
Website: http://www.norwestcoop.ca
Organizational Description: NorWest Co-op Community Health Centre has served the Inkster community in northwest
Winnipeg since 1972. NorWest is a forerunner in taking a multi-service, holistic, team approach to health care. We provide a wide range of health related services including medical care, counselling, education and community outreach.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5663
   
Description of Duties:

Summary: Chef Assistant helps the Community Chef with preparing lunch or dinner for the community.

































Duties and Responsibilities:






  • To take directions from the Community Chef in preparing meals






  • Keep workspace clean, wash dishes and sanitize surfaces according to safe food handling guidelines






  • Handle, prepare and cook a wide variety of produce and product






  • Remember and execute kitchen protocols and policies






  • Handle, operate and maintain (clean) specialized kitchen equipment (food processors, blenders, mixers and tools)






  • Accommodate and support fellow volunteers with mental and physical disabilities


   
Skills Required:
















  • Positive attitude and willing to work in a team environment




  • Respectful, nonjudgmental, positive attitude




  • Experience in food preparation or knowledge of Safe Food Handling is an asset




  • Good verbal communication skills necessary


   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

-Safe food handling and preparation


-Cooking Skills


-Community Development

   
Age: 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime

Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- Inkster
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Group - small, family and friends
Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Apr 1, 2025