Cook

Work Location

Availability Required

Evening, Morning, On call, Day, Weekend, and Flexible hours

Work setting

• Urban area
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres
• Retirement home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Help train new kitchen staff on food preparation techniquesand safety protocols.
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Participate in regular kitchen meetings to discuss menuchanges, specials, and operational improvements.
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Order supplies and equipment
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Food Safety Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Extended Health Plan
• Dental plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities