Job Description

Job description

Line Cook/Short Order Cook

Hours:

35 hours per week.

8:00am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday

Plus, special events

Starting Salary:

$21.00 to $24.00 per hour based on experience (plus tips from catering events)

Reports to:

Kitchen & Catering Manager

Background

The Langley Senior Resources Society (LSRS) is an independent, not-for-profit, charitable organization that has been providing social, recreational and educational programs and food, health and supportive services for adults 50 years of age and older in the City and Township of Langley since 1982. LSRS has over 1100 members and delivers more than 50 programs, services and events. At our two locations, we have over 50 staff and more than 180 volunteers:

Recreation and Resource Centre - 20605 51B Avenue, Langley Adult Day Program - 20256 56 Avenue, Langley
The Food Services department serves two locations to provide delicious, healthy, and nutritious meals and snacks.

Job Summary

The Langley Senior Resources Society is currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Line Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate with have a passion for food preparation and a strong understanding of kitchen operation. As the Line Cook you will work closely with the first cook, staff and volunteers to assist with food preparation and cooking fresh, high-quality meals for older adults and the general public through the following services:

Kitchen Cafe and special events at the Recreation and Resource Centre Adult Day Program Meals To Go Catering for onsite and offsite events

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare, count, weigh and measure ingredients for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, desserts, and snacks, including washing, peeling, chopping, mincing, pureeing, seasoning, etc. Follow recipes and prepare, portion, and serve fresh and frozen meals to meet dietary needs including use of convection oven, grill, steamer, deep fryer, mixer, etc. Using techniques including roasting, frying, grilling, poaching, baking, carving, etc. Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, and pans using a commercial dishwasher Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, the Kitchen Cafe at the Recreation and Resource Centre, and the Station Cafe including cleaning counters, sinks and equipment, sweeping and mopping, removing garbage, recycle and compost, etc. Open and close the Recreation and Resource Centre location as required Transport meals to Adult Day Program location as required (vehicle provided) Organize, clean, and sanitize storage, cooler and freezer Receive deliveries, rotate stock, and assist with tracking inventory Operate the cash register and perform cash in/out procedures Maintain a high level of customer service Monitor client satisfaction and communicate issues and concerns to Chef Support volunteers and assist with volunteer appreciation activities Support other LSRS program and service activities and events as required Participate in LSRS staff and volunteer team meetings Carry out other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum of 2-3 years experience in food services Must have 2 years+ experience as a short order cook Must be able to create daily soups A good understanding of batch cooking Must have at least 2 years experience as a line cook making and serving breakfast Must have strong communication skills and a passion to serve seniors Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively Experience working with older adults with a range of physical and cognitive abilities is an asset Experience in food services in a community or health care setting is an asset Experience working in a catering business is a asset FOODSAFE Level 1 certification required Class 5 driver licence required Minimum of Grade 12 education Experience as a key holder is an asset Serving It Right certification is an asset Experience working with volunteers in an asset First Aid, CPR and AED training is an asset Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is an asset

Abilities

Must have the ability to work in a cafeteria style kitchen where you will be interacting with members Operate equipment in commercial kitchen Ability to create daily specials meeting the dietary needs of our members and clients Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills Able to work well with volunteers Oral and written English skills are essential (the ability to speak an additional language is an asset) Act professionally with volunteers, members, clients, their families, and the general public Work independently and collaboratively with other LSRS staff, programs and services Handle cash and receipts effectively and accurately Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail Stay on task in a busy environment with regular interruptions Proactive, flexible and positive when presented with a new task or challenge Remain calm and think clearly in stressful situations Work efficiently in close quarters with others Physical endurance to stand, bend, kneel and move for the length of the shift Lift and move furniture and other materials up to 50 pounds to accommodate event and site needs Must be flexible in working hours to meet the needs of the organization The ability to work occasional evenings and weekends is required.

Conditions of Employment

Satisfactory completion of a criminal record check including the vulnerable sector. Working hours are flexible depending on operational requirements. The ability to work occasional evenins and weekends is required. Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (proof is required).
Thank you for your interest in Line Cook / Short Order Cook role. Our internal vetting process will result in the top 5 applicants being contacted for an interview. If you do not receive further communication from us, it means there are other applicants in better alignment to our needs. Be on the look out for future career opportunities with us. We wish you success in your job seeking journey.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Vision care
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Line Cooking: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Drivers License (required) Food Safe (required)
Work Location: In person