Job Description

Location: Bonavista Golden Heights Manor

Cook I
Food Services / Support Services
Temporary Call In

Hours Based on the needs of the department.
Salary CG-25, ($23.31 - $25.68)
Competition Number 2023004110
Posted Date 23 June 2023
Closing Date 30 June 2023

About Us
Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary
This position is accountable for the preparation and service of breakfast, dinner and supper meals for residents and staff and the preparation of food items for special catering. Duties would include cooking and baking a variety of foods in preparation of meals for residents and staff, such as breads, cookies, pies, meats, vegetables, soups, salads, sandwiches and gravies; determining quantity of food to be prepared, estimating raw ingredients needed and planning cooking and baking schedules for timeliness; participating in the service of food to residents ensuring the correct portions of food are served; planning and organizing work to maximize efficiency of labor; preparing quality meals in accordance with meal schedules; participating in sanitary and security procedures; training new cooks in the proper procedures of food preparation and service; and other related duties as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly lifts food, supplies and products up to 10 lbs. and occasional lifts/pushes/pulls food products and supplies between 20-50 lbs. requiring assistance from others.
Regularly requires repetitive neck flexion, reaching, bilateral handling, body movements including bending, kneeling and stretching.
Constantly requires standing and walking.
Constantly requires visual and auditory concentration, and repetitive tasks; higher than normal levels of attentiveness and alertness for the health and safety of others.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Successful completion of an approved cook\'s training course.
Experience in cooking on a large scale commercial or an institutional operation would be an asset.
Ability to work independently and with other staff while following written and oral instructions and guidelines is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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