Cook's Helper (Casual Relief)

About Us

The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for adults and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs : community corrections & correctional facilities. Each of these program areas is broken down into closely related activities that have a specific impact on the program’s target group.

Community Corrections has 22 offices across the province from Yarmouth to Sydney and is responsible for the supervision of both adult and young persons serving community-based sentences. The sentences include probation, conditional sentence, custody and supervision, conditional supervision and Intensive Rehabilitative Custody and Supervision. Probation officers also supervise those released from custody on conditional releases and prepare pre-sentence investigations to assist the Courts in the sentencing process. Evidence based Program facilitation and supports to specialized courts in areas of domestic violence, mental health and wellness are also part of the role of a Probation Officer as well as Restorative Justice casework and collaboration with community justice agencies.

Four (4) adult correctional facilities and one (1) youth centre provide the safety and security of persons in custody while providing programs that address dynamic criminogenic factors to assist with their successful reintegration back into the community.

Nova Scotia Correctional Services utilizes an evidence-based approach in both Community Corrections and custodial facilities. Core Correctional Practices (CCP) is the foundational practice that drives reintegration and rehabilitation practices deployed within Correctional Services. Utilizing CCP, Correctional Services staff can effectively interact, manage behavior, and help facilitate change within target populations.

For more information on the Department of Justice Correctional Services please visit our website :

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Kitchen Manager or the direct supervision of the Cook, the Cook's Helper is responsible for the preparation of food and raw food products required for main production; assists in the preparation and distribution of food to service areas; and assists in the preparation of special diet foods. The Cook's Helper also assists in ensuring that the proper sanitation standards are met.

Qualifications and Experience

You have successfully completed a food handler course. One year of direct experience in the food service industry is also required. Experience in an institutional setting would be preferred.

As the successful candidate you will demonstrate knowledge and ability to follow prepared menus and ingredient control processes as outlined. The ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and individuals in custody and good decision making skills must also be demonstrated.

The following would be viewed as assets :  Certification in standard First Aid & CPR.

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools : written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Working Conditions

The facility is a 24-hour operation and is a tobacco-free environment.

Additional Information

A relief employee is an employee who is not regularly scheduled by the Employer, but who works relief assignments on an as-needed basis as operational requirements demand. As such, a relief employee does not have guaranteed hours of work.

Candidates are required to provide proof of all stated education and training.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of appropriate background checks, which include a criminal record check and employment references, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace : our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade : ACC 01 Hourly

Salary Range :   $;- $;Hourly