Smithers Community Services Association is a non-profit organization that believes in raising the bar on what it means to do a good job. As a member of the Smithers Community Services team, you are fully engaged in your work, you take personal responsibility for your experience with the Association, you are a professional who operates from a place of ethics and integrity and you are prepared to evolve, change and grow as a result of working here.
PROGRAM: Cottonwood Manor
POSITION: Temporary Part-time Housekeeper/Cook (with potential to transition to a permanent part-time)
DATE POSTED: July 18, 2025
CLOSING DATE: Until the position is filled. *We will conduct rolling interviews and may close this position if suitable candidates are found. Early submissions are recommended.
START DATE: As soon as possible
SALARY RANGE: $23.34/hour – Housekeeping, $25.55/hour – Cooking
SCHEDULE: Weekdays and Weekends | 2–3 days per week | 6–12 hours weekly.
NO: OF POSITIONS: 1
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Cottonwood Manor is a seniors housing facility in Houston offering 6 Assisted Living units and 16 Independent single bedroom units. This project is a partnership between SCSA, BC Housing and the Northern Health Authority. Together we provide seniors with affordable housing, social and recreational activities, hospitality and personal care series. Our intention is to enable people who require some assistance to remain living independently.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Cottonwood Manor is seeking to hire a Temporary Part-Time Housekeeper/Cook on an urgent basis with the possibility of a permanent part-time opportunity depending on organizational needs. Prepare delicious and nutritious meals for six assisted living residents. Serve lunch and dinner and clean up after each meal, clean tenant units’ weekly and common areas regularly.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports To: Cottonwood Manor Site Manager
Direct Reports: None
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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COOKING:
Provide residents at Cottonwood Manor with 2 meals per day, lunch and dinner. Meals are to be served no later than 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM daily unless alternate arrangements have been made.
Store, prepare and serve meals in accordance with recognized Food Safe practices.
Ensure that the facilities available are adequate for heating, cooling, cooking, refrigerating and freezing food.
For storing refrigerated or frozen foods, monitor food temperature, and when necessary, controlling ambient temperature to ensure the safety and suitability of food.
Prevent microbial cross contamination by separating raw, unprocessed food physically or by date from ready-to-eat foods, with effective intermediate cleaning, and where appropriate, disinfection.
Prepare wholesome, nutritionally balanced meals that will contribute to the health of the recipient by:
Incorporating the Canadian Food Guide Recommendations to Healthy Eating
Providing appropriate servings sizes
Using fresh ingredients as much as possible with a minimum of pre-packed/pre-prepared foods
Adhere to the menu proposed by Smithers Community Services Association unless changes to the menu have been made or approved by Smithers Community Services Association or a certified dietician.
Make accommodations for residents with special dietary needs which may include but is not limited to special food items, consistency of food, sodium and sugar content. We do not provide therapeutic diets.
Prepare shopping list for menu items when necessary.
Purchase menu items when necessary.
Post lunch and dinner menu on board daily.
Provide additional meals for guests, as requested, when given adequate notice.
Provide extra snacks for special events when requested.
Have appropriate procedures in place to ensure that any necessary cleaning and maintenance is carried out effectively and an appropriate degree of personal hygiene is maintained. Including but not limited to fridges, freezers, counters, cupboards.
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HOUSE KEEPING:
Clean common areas. This includes: vacuuming, washing floor areas, cleaning washrooms, dusting, washing walls, and garbage removal.
Clean tenant units weekly. This includes: vacuuming, washing floors, spot cleaning walls, baseboards and window sills, washroom, checking refrigerator, stove, and counters.
Change and launder bedding and linens
Assist with an annual “spring cleaning” of the common areas and tenant units or when a tenant moves out.
Inform the Site Manager when cleaning supplies are low.
Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
Experience in institutional cooking
Must have current Food Safe and WHIMIS certification
Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of the Canadian Food Guide Recommendations to Healthy Eating
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with all people
Ability to establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with residents and/or their families/representatives
Ability to comply with safe work practices and food safe handling practices
Possess good listening, problem solving and communication skills
Reliable
Personable with residents
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be available to work weekdays, weekends and on an as-needed basis for vacation or sick coverage.
Undergo a Criminal Record Search as and when required by the Association.
Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
Must be available to start as soon as possible.
Must possess or be willing to complete OFA-1, Food Safe Level 1, and WHIMIS.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online or drop off your resume in person at Cottonwood Manor.
Smithers Community Services Association embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We value a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity support our mission to “enhance the quality of life in our communities”. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons.
REVISED DATE: July 2025
