Job Description

Description Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus \xe2\x80\x93 Creativity - Excellence We\xe2\x80\x99re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today! Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.Key Responsibilities\xe2\x80\xa2To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;\xe2\x80\xa2To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;\xe2\x80\xa2To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;\xe2\x80\xa2To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;\xe2\x80\xa2To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus;\xe2\x80\xa2To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;\xe2\x80\xa2To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;\xe2\x80\xa2To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;\xe2\x80\xa2To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;\xe2\x80\xa2To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;\xe2\x80\xa2To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;\xe2\x80\xa2To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;\xe2\x80\xa2To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;\xe2\x80\xa2To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;\xe2\x80\xa2To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);\xe2\x80\xa2To uphold and promote the organization\'s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;\xe2\x80\xa2To complete other duties as assigned.Qualifications\xe2\x80\xa2Must possess a Food Handler\'s Certificate\xe2\x80\xa2Red Seal Certificate preferred\xe2\x80\xa2Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting\xe2\x80\xa2Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada\'s Food Guide to Healthy Eating\xe2\x80\xa2Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets\xe2\x80\xa2Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift\xe2\x80\xa2Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset\xe2\x80\xa2Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Vaccines are a proven, safe and powerful weapon in our battle against COVID-19. Now that vaccines are widely available and recognizing that many of our staff are already vaccinated, vaccination will be a condition of employment for new hires, except when impossible due to legitimate, established exceptions. The vaccine must be a two-dose COVID-19 vaccination series approved by Health Canada. This is one more important step to protect both our residents and staff as we continue to battle this deadly virus. Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.