Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Food & Nutrition Services, or designate is responsible for the preparation of foods, including baking for residents, staff, patrons, special functions and Meals on Wheels.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for preparation and cooking of regular and therapeutic foods.

• Ensures the correct portioning and attractive presentation of foods.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of standardized recipes.
• Responsible for sanitary food handling and proper storage of foods.
• Ensures cleanliness of work areas.
• Responsible for Catering Service.
• Assists in requisitioning supplies.
• Participates in meetings to discuss food/menu related matters.
• Provides courteous and tactful customer service to residents, families, staff, visitors and other patrons.
• Participates in fire drills, evacuations and other safety measures.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

• Successful completion of an Ontario Apprenticeship program for the certified trade of Cook, together with a minimum of 2 years experience in an institutional kitchen;
• Successful completion of the food handler training program as mandated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

• A genuine understanding of the needs of the elderly is required
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to practice good lifting and safety and sanitation techniques
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

• A demonstrated ability in leadership skills and supervision is an asset

• Must be willing to work shift work, including weekends and holidays
• Must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at point of conditional offer
• Prior to commencing employment, will be required to review and attest/affirm to all Pioneer Ridge Staff Immunization Policies
• Must pass work fitness test
• Must undergo a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Must have successfully undergone a "two step" tuberculosis skin test within the 12 months prior to employment
• Prior to commencing employment, must undergo a successful Offence & Professional Misconduct Declaration Process
• Must successfully complete all mandatory training as required by the Corporation on an annual basis

City of Thunder Bay