Job Description

ABOUT BROADMEAD CARE Broadmead Care is a vibrant non-profit health care provider in Victoria, BC with a reputation for high quality, innovation and leading practices. We are funded by Island Health, Veterans Affairs Canada, BC Housing, and philanthropy to provide a range of services including residential complex care and adult day programs for Veterans and seniors, and residential complex care for adults with disabilities. Broadmead Care operates in a 24-hour, 7-day per week environment employing hundreds of employees at numerous distinct worksites. Occupations include registered and licenced practical nurses, registered care attendants, social workers, therapy staff, food service, housekeeping, laundry, administrative, management and other staff. Unionized employees belong to the Broadmead Employees\xe2\x80\x99 Association, a poly-party certification consisting of two unions: The BC Nurses\' Union (BCNU), representing registered nurses and licenced practical nurses, and the BC Government and Service Employees\' Union (BCGEU), which represents all other unionized employees. The staff and volunteers at Broadmead Care share a common Purpose: to build communities where every person can experience wellbeing and happiness. Our commitment is to provide compassionate care that opens the door for extraordinary relationships to flourish that help residents experience a sense of belonging, respect and acceptance and to enjoy life. PURPOSE OF POSITION Under supervision, to safely carry out a variety of general tasks related to food production and/or food service in accordance with established routines, within an assigned area of the department\xe2\x80\x99s operations. SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES / DELIVERABLES Carries out food production tasks by: \xc2\xb7 following menus and recipes to prepare and cook meats, fish, poultry, vegetable and dessert dishes, as well as various diet items; \xc2\xb7 preparing food items required for catering, special events, and other special functions; \xc2\xb7 ensuring that meals are flavourful and aesthetically appealing, and are served at the correct temperatures and in the correct portions; \xc2\xb7 utilizing proper and safe food handling techniques in the preparation and storage of foods, in the rotation of stock, and in the refrigeration and freezing of perishable items; \xc2\xb7 utilizing food production/preparation equipment safely and reporting equipment hazards or problems to the manager; \xc2\xb7 ensuring that the work area is left in a clean, tidy and safe condition; \xc2\xb7 making recommendations for recipe and menu changes to the manager or dietitian; Supervises the Food Production Service workers assigned to the food production area, and assumes complete responsibility for food production and food service in the absence of the Hospitality Manager, by: \xc2\xb7 prioritizing daily work activities, and allocating work; \xc2\xb7 training staff assigned or appointed to Cooks\xe2\x80\x99 positions in food production techniques, systems, and procedures; \xc2\xb7 assisting in orienting staff to their job expectations and routines; \xc2\xb7 training staff in the safe and efficient handling of any new equipment, supplies or products that may be introduced; Carries out general administrative duties by: \xc2\xb7 completing reports of unusual incidents that occur during working hours; \xc2\xb7 as directed, ordering raw food items and disposable supplies; \xc2\xb7 receiving food orders and supply deliveries; checking for proper quantity, quality, and costs; documenting problems; and referring problems to the supervisor for resolution; \xc2\xb7 assisting with implementation of the quality assurance program by completing audits, as directed, and maintaining related records; \xc2\xb7 keeping the Hospitality Manager informed of any service or production problems that occur; Follows all relevant policies and procedures of Broadmead Care now and as they are developed; Carries out other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 10 or equivalent; preferably completion of Grade 12;
• Food Safe Level I Certification required;
• A minimum of three years experience as a Cook in a healthcare setting;
• Preferable completion of basic WHMIS training and some basic knowledge of computers;
• Preferably some knowledge of the routines involved in a food production or food service operation, and some related work experience;
• Ability to organize work and to supervise staff; ability to instruct staff; good verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, the public, and the elderly residents;
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job including lifting, bending, reaching, and prolonged standing and walking.
• Must demonstrate a personality, ability and temperament necessary to manage or work with persons in care
• Must be eligible to work with vulnerable adults under the BC Criminal Records Review Program
• Valid Criminal Records Check completed by the Criminal Record Review Program

To learn more about Broadmead Care please visit our website at www.broadmeadcare.com. Job Type: Casual Salary: $27.11-$30.74 per hour Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees of Broadmead Care are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of on-going employment. Ability to commute/relocate:

• VICTORIA, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person