The Government of Nova Scotia
Location
Sydney, NS | Canada
Job description
Competition # : 42124
Department: Justice
Location: SYDNEY
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 19-Mar-24 ( Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
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.
Under the supervision of the Kitchen Manager, the Cook is responsible for food preparation and the delivery of food services to offenders, staff, patients and visitors of the correctional facility. The Cook is responsible for operating within the budget for the food services program. The position is responsible for the supervision and direction of inmates working in the kitchen program; security of the kitchen; sanitary procedures and inspections; care, control and storage of equipment and materials.
Successful completion of a Journeyman Certificate (Red Seal), and at least four years of experience as a cook is required. Consideration may be given to an acceptable equivalent of training and experience. A Food Handler's Course is required. Previous experience working in a secure environment would be a definite asset. During the interview, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff members and offenders. Strong judgement and decision-making abilities must also be displayed as the incumbent may face a variety of stressful situations.
Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.
Candidates are required to provide proof of all stated education and training. The facility is a 24-hour operation and is a tobacco-free environment.
Pay Grade: ACC 03
Salary Range: $1,971.49 - $2,312.09 Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].
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