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Casual Cook Position located at Mental Health & Substance Use Services - Maple Ridge Treatment Centre

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Detailed Overview: Plans, prepares and directs the preparation of food in accordance with established menu requirements, facility standards, Food Safe standards and government regulations. Responsibilities:
Prepares and directs preparation of food in accordance with established menus and standardized recipes.

Plans cooking schedules to ensure meals are prepared and served in accordance with meal and nourishment times.

Tests food items for palatability, temperature, quality and adjusts accordingly.

Evaluates meals being served to ensure that established standards of quantity, quality, presentation, and service of food are maintained.

Minimizes food waste through production control; maintains established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste.

Assists, advises and directs food service workers, clients, and/or volunteers; monitors and corrects procedures as required. Receives and checks deliveries to ensure items listed on invoices are received in good condition; reports any discrepancies to the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services; organizes food storage areas, freezers and refrigerators.

Notifies the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services of any dry goods/supplies that need to be ordered and reports damaged and non-operable equipment Compiles quality assurance data as instructed by the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services. Follows nutritional care plan as outlined for the clients and communicates compliance to the dietitian.

Maintains overall cleanliness and sanitation of cooking areas and kitchen equipment meeting Public Health requirements. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Successful completion of a recognized Institutional Cooking Program and one year's recent, related work experience. Current Food Safe Level I certificate.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with others. Ability to organize and prioritize work. Ability to operate related equipment. * Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.