Cook

The Cook is accountable to manage basic aspects of food production, plate presentation and hospitality style dining to meet the dining needs of the residents in accordance with legislative requirements and the organization standards.

We are seeking a part time cook

Key Responsibilities

• Based on menus, sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares
  
  

food following standardized recipes. Provides for prescribed diets, at appropriate

temperatures and in portion controlled quantities.

• Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Chef of problems and
  
  

makes recommendations about corrective action.

• In the absence of the Chef and the Food & Beverage Manager, assumes
  
  

responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary,

requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers.

• Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage employees.
  
  

Attends in-service meetings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Grade 12 minimum education required.
• Red Seal designation is preferred or graduate of a recognized college food
  
  

preparation program and willing to Red Seal certify.

• One year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special events
  
  

preparation in the hospitality or Retirement home industry.

• A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and Smart Serve certificate.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of
  
  

the residence.

For Ontario locations, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process.