Cook

Cook

Westhills Care Centre is a BRAND NEW distinctive Long-Term Care Facility providing a variety of clinical and personal programs and services to 160 residents!

Are you looking for a rewarding Cook role in a brand-new state of the art facility? Would you enjoy working with a brand-new Dietary/Food Service team?

The Cook reports to the Nutrition Manager, the Cook will follow the policy and procedures outlined by the Ministry of Long-Term Care and other governing bodies.

Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepares and serves food for the residents, including the more complex meal preparation for the home as required
• Responsible for the production and service of high quality and nutritious food items
• Reviews meal and production schedules
• Takes food samples, including food temperatures and portioning food items
• Cleans pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure
• Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers
• Participates in facility meetings as assigned
• Attends in-service and on-line education programs
• Adheres to established policies, procedures regarding quality assurance and infection control
• Assists Dietary Aides as required and all outlined duties above

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Food handler training certification.
• Current certificate as a Food Service worker. Enrolled in a Food Service Worker/ Dietary aide program or have worked in a LTC home prior to July 1, 2010.
• Comprehensive knowledge of dietary and food service practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices.
• Ability to work effectively individually and with others while prioritizing task to be completed

Cooks must possess:

• a chef training or culinary management diploma or certificate, or holds a certificate of qualification in the trade of Cook or Institutional Cook

MUST have a current Police Check (Vulnerable Sector).

Job Types: Part Time/Casual

Work remotely

• No

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $19.70-$23.57 per hour

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person