Assistant Cook

City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ottawa is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the Long Term Care Services team. This full-time position involves assisting in food preparation for residents, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a passion for providing quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 and Assistant Cook Certification program.
• One year of cooking experience in institutional or hospitality settings.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook in preparing food for residents, including special diets.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
• Manage food inventory and maintain kitchen hygiene.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Hygiene Standards

Education

Assistant Cook Certification

Completion of Grade 10

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

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Requisition ID : 17464

Department : Community & Social Services Dept.

Service : Long Term Care Services

Branch : LTC (Peter D. Clark) Branch

Employment Type : 1 Full Time Permanent Position

Salary Information : $52,614.90 - $61,553.70 annually (2024 rates of pay)

Job Category : Community and Social Services

Application Close : 16 / 05 / 2025

Job Summary

Hospitality Services is responsible for planning, developing, managing, and implementing food, nutrition, and environmental activities, programs, services, and initiatives for residents of a municipal long-term care facility.

You will assist the cook in preparing all food served, including general menus, special diets, meals-on-wheels, and Day Care Resident's meals, emphasizing resident safety and engagement. Work is performed in accordance with Public Health regulations, the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, and the Food Premises Act.

Education and Experience

• Completion of Grade ten (10) and the Assistant Cook Certification program (15 weeks)
• One (1) year of cooking experience in an institutional, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality setting

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Canada Food Guide, Ontario Public Health Act, Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021, and Food Premises and Sanitation Code
• Preparation of bulk foods, vegetables, meats, fish, poultry, soups, sauces, desserts, buffet, and entrees
• Food inventory control and safe operation of kitchen tools
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation

Skills and Abilities

• Organize work, work under deadlines, follow directions, and be self-motivated
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, follow recipes, control waste, and maintain hygiene standards
• Work well in a team, be flexible, alert, dependable, and respectful of residents’ rights and privacy

Desirable Qualifications

• Bilingualism is an asset
• Certified as an Assistant Cook by the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities

Additional Information

• Language requirement : English (oral, reading, writing)
• Police Record Check : Vulnerable Sector Check required; under 18, a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check
• Experience and formal training may substitute for academic requirements

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City promotes diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community members. Accommodation requests are welcomed during the hiring process.