Assistant Cook - Casual

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the Cook in preparing and delivering meals for residents, guests and staff in a retirement setting.

You will review menus, follow recipes and ensure proper food handling, while assisting with dietary needs and menu substitutions. The role requires lifting heavy items, adherence to safety regulations and participation in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting.
• Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
• Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets.
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift.
• Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
• To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively.
• To ensure use of proper food handling techniques.
• To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form.
• To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /specialty diets according to planned menus.
• To assist in serving meals, following resident's diet and food preferences using proper portion sizes.
• To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place.
• To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
• To assist in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies.
• To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
• To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions.
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures.
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Red Seal Certificate preferred

Job description

Description

Wage per hour

$23.79

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 – Creativity - Excellence

We’re 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!

The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook in the preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;

• To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;

• To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;

• To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;

• To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /specialty diets according to planned menus;

• To assist in serving meals, following resident's diet and food preferences using proper portion sizes;

• To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;

• To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;

• To assist in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies;

• To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;

• To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;

• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;

• To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate

• Red Seal Certificate preferred

• Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting

• Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating

• Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets

• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift

• Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

SCHEDULE

• 0-16 Hours biweekly

• Availability required Fridays, weekends and on call

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.