Line Cook - Full Time

At Touchmark, the ladies and gentlemen who serve in our communities don't just come to a job, they come to be part of something bigger - a mission focused on enriching people's lives. In the process of doing that, they grow, have fun, and develop lifelong skills.

In a recent survey, 9 out of 10 team members said they have the opportunity to do what they do best every day. If you are looking for a place where you can build relationships, explore underused talents, and make a difference every day, apply now or come see us about joining our team.

Touchmark at Wedgewood is Edmonton's leading full-service retirement community, enriching the lives of residents and their families through five-star hospitality, services and amenities. We are currently seeking the right person to join our team as a Line Cook!

This is a great opportunity for you to be a part of an exciting, unique and state of the art culinary experience.

• Preparing and plating dishes to order
• Cooking soups, sauces and toppings from scratch - learning and sharing with one another
• Measuring, portioning and plating
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Knowledge of all Food Safety Handling requirements and relevant legislation (Alberta Gaming and Liquor, others).
• Required uniform worn at all times; and hair covered and away from face;
• Interested in working in an environment with older adults;
• Patient and tactful when dealing with residents, family members, volunteers, visitors, physicians, staff from other departments and the general public;
• Willingness to perform a variety of repetitive tasks;
• Willingness to accept training for procedures specific to this department;
• Willingness to accept supervision and direction from supervisor and to work as a member of a team;
• Ability to get along with co-workers, demonstrate integrity and express a sense of humor;
• Must demonstrate and practice proper safety and lifting techniques.
• Experience in institutional quantity cooking and knowledge of therapeutic diets and their preparation is very helpful.
• Ability to organize time and food preparation to specified times;
• Maintain and promote the highest food quality and production standards;
• Ability to make appropriate substitutions to the menu, when necessary, and report those substitutions to the Executive Chef.
• Assist with special catering as required.
• Model the Touchmark values in decision-making and in interactions with team members, residents, and guests.
• Know the Touchmark Gold Standard for your area of responsibility and adhere to it.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance and punctuality;
• Ability to lead, manage, model, and make decisions in accordance with the Touchmark Values;
• Ability to give and follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to complete required paperwork and filing with high degree of accuracy;
• Ability to observe resident’s behavior and communicate observations in a professional and intelligent manner;
• Ability to operate standard kitchen and business equipment;
• Some weekend and evening work may be required.
  
  

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Attend Stand-Up Meetings and Culinary Planning Meetings;
• Hold self and others accountable for meeting the Touchmark Gold Standards;
• Check kitchen for sanitation and regulatory standards;
• Ensure production numbers are being filled out regularly on the templates from provided to you by your Executive Chef
• Follow all printed recipes, production sheets, and prep/pull sheets provided to you daily by your Executive Chef
• Ensure temperature logs are filled out and food is being cooked and served at appropriate temperatures;
• Respond quickly and effectively to customer needs and complaints;
  
  

Performance Standards

• Nutritional and tastefully prepared food at all times;
• Kitchen staff, equipment and materials must be professional looking and well organized at all times;
  
  

Must communicate with all staff in a dignified and professional manner.

Final candidate must produce a clear police check.

Benefits

Touchmark is dedicated to providing the best for our residents, and it all begins with providing the best for our employees. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members who work 35+ hours per week, which includes:

• Paid sick leave
• Health, Dental, Long-Term Disability and Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Education assistance
• Retirement plan
• Employee Resource Program