Job Description

Ready to cook up something fresh and delicious? We've got your apron ready! Reporting to the Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for the safe and effective preparation and delivery of food served to our residents, guests and staff. We believe good food makes a big difference in peoples' lives. Here, it's about fresh ingredients whenever possible, seasonal menus, choice and person-centred nutritional care.

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Follow established policies, procedures, work systems and cleaning procedures to meet regulatory requirements Ensures food is prepared and served in accordance with health and food guidelines Uses all dietary equipment with competence Participates in meal presentation Works cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team Assists in planning and organizing food preparation to ensure all meals and snacks are served on time, at an appropriate temperature, texture and quantity Cleans, cares for and stores equipment properly in designated areas after each use Responsible for reporting any required repair work or deficiency in the environment Delivers and serves meals according to residents assessed needs Assists with dining room clean-up Assists in preparing the food and the environment for all special events Must participate on various facility and department committees as required Use CQI/Risk Management process to evaluate and ensure follow-up Must actively participate in ongoing educational opportunities Required to promote wellness as a concept of living Participates as required in the formulation and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures, goals and objectives Works cooperatively with volunteers and student placements to enhance the scope of the department Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently Provides input as required and as per resident's likes and dislikes, on menu planning and changes Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety Follows all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act Is competent in the safe use of chemicals (WHMIS guidelines)
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Experience:

dietary aide: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person