Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Following established policies, procedures and standards, prepares and serves food for the residents, including the more complex meal preparation for special occasions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Reviews regular and therapeutic menus and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following standardized recipes and or direction.

2. Ensures meals are served on time, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities.

3. In the absence of the Food and Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, decides on menu changes as necessary and ensures that changes are recorded following department procedures; requisitions and purchases food and other supplies, and maintains records as directed.

4. Monitors quality of food supplies ordered, and proper operation of kitchen equipment and alerts supervisor to problems. Recommends corrective action.

5. Supervises Dishwasher in basic food preparation procedures and in serving activities at meal times.

6. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures for department including sanitation, safety, and quality assurance. Assists with daily cleaning duties as scheduled.

7. Assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations in the absence of the Food and Beverage Manager and Sous Chef including staff replacements and service calls for malfunctioning equipment; purchases food and supplies and maintains records.

8. Maintains required records such as menu changes, delivery receipts, and temperature checks.

9. Co-operates with other departments to meet resident needs.

10. Attends in-service meetings.

11. Performs other duties as assigned by the Food and Beverage Manager or designate.

KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum certification at the level of Junior Cook (Level 1) required or equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of cooking methods and procedures. Considerable experience in large quantity cooking. Ability to read, write and understand moderately complex instructions.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Food and Beverage Manager or designate.

The Hygate on Lexington welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $19.92 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person