Job Description

The Sisters of the Precious Blood in Dundas, Ontario are currently hiring a Cook to prepare meals at their Monastery for approximately 16 Sisters and their guests on occasion.

This position is exclusively every weekend - Saturday and Sunday - 8:00am to 5:30pm.

The ideal candidate will have had experience working in a residential kitchen, group home or other type of facility adhering to standard food safety practices.

Please note the location: There is no public transportation to this location.

Under the supervision of the Sister Superior and/or her delegate (the Kitchen Coordinator), the duties and responsibilities of the Cook include but are not limited to:

Preparing noon meal for the community (and guests) to be ready for 12:00 noon; Follow the outlined 4-week menu plan provided; Placing serving dishes and utensils on serving table or in warming oven; Preparing for the supper meal; Washing pots, pans & utensils used, cleaning all kitchen surfaces, mixers and other equipment used; Storing all food, dishes and equipment in their proper place; Sweeping the floor; Taking out the garbage, recycling and organic waste at the end of each shift; Baking and food preparation as required, to be done in consultation with the Kitchen Coordinator; Maintaining a current grocery list of needed supplies; Careful watchfulness of food so as to avoid waste and spoilage; Observing Food Safety Procedures; Using the "Communications Book" to leave any messages for the Kitchen Coordinator and to follow any other instructions the Kitchen Coordinator may have; and Complete other duties that may be required as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent; Completion of Food Safety Certification; Promptness and reliability; Prior training in the areas of cooking, food service, nutrition, food safety, etc. will be considered an asset; Ability to read and adjust recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and care for perishable and frozen products responsibly; Flexibility in times of changing circumstances and unexpected needs; Ability to work independently; and Ability to take on a variety of tasks as the need arises.
In order to respect the quiet atmosphere of the monastery, minimal contact with the Sisters and/or guests is encouraged.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.70 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person