Job Description

1. To prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents in a safe and attractive manner.

2. To work within a set budget, limit waste and adhere to residence policies and procedures.

3. Be knowledgeable of and practice residence's fire and safety programs.

4. Review regular and therapeutic menus. Set-up equipment and supplies for daily food production. Prepare food following standardized recipes. Ensure meals are served on time, at appropriate temperatures and in portion-controlled quantities.

5. Sample the food prior to each meal to determine palatability.

6. Monitor the quality of food supplies received and the proper operation of kitchen equipment. Alert Manager to problems and make recommendations concerning corrective actions.

7. Responsible for the clear and concise labeling of excess food.

8. Adhere to established policies and procedures.

9. Perform duties as outlined and any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.

10. Check and record food temperatures daily on a rotational basis for meal times as per Health Promotion Act:

- Hot food to be served at a minimum temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Celsius

- Cold food to be served at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or 4 degrees Celsius

Physical Demands

1. Standing for extended periods of time at oven and food preparation tables - for up to 12 hours/day.

2. Walking short distances and maneuvering in tight spaces within kitchen equipment.

3. Pulling/pushing/lifting dishracks, food carts, bulk food items, etc., between 30-50 lbs.

4. Reaching and lifting food items and kitchen tools from and to upper shelving up to 10lbs - at times with use of an 18inch to 3ft stepping ladder.

5. Ability to complete repetitive arm motions for periods of up to 1hr while peeling, chopping, and preparing food items.

6. Working in warm temperatures and over fuel fired appliances for extended periods of time.

7. Some memory work required when dealing with special dietary restrictions.

8. Dexterity required to open caps, pull spray triggers, open condiment packages, etc.

Qualifications

1. Cook 1 designation.

2. Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent.

3. Experience in quantity food preparation.

4. Familiar with Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating and therapeutic diets.

5. Ability to understand oral and written directions.

6. Ability to lift heavy objects, and stand and walk short distances throughout the day and to tolerate heat from kitchen area.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.12 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Cooking: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (required)
Work Location: In person