Assistant Cook (Casual Part Time)

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living seeks a passionate and dedicated Assistant Cook. This part-time role involves preparing and serving meals, ensuring dietary needs are met, and upholding the highest standards of food safety and presentation. Join a team that values creativity and excellence, making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to quality, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and preferably a Red Seal Certificate.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation in healthcare or retirement settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and delivery for residents, guests, and employees.
• Follow proper food handling techniques and complete temperature audits.

Skills

Food Handling Techniques

Large Quantity Food Preparation

Knowledge of Food Regulations

Experience with Therapeutic Diets

Bilingual Proficiency

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Red Seal Certificate

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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.

Our Values: Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life who are looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference. Join our team today!

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist in the preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests, and employees.
2. Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals; ensure proper and attractive presentation.
3. Follow proper food handling techniques.
4. Complete daily temperature audits for fridges, freezers, and storerooms; record findings.
5. Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic and specialty diets according to planned menus.
6. Assist in serving meals, respecting residents' diet and food preferences, using proper portion sizes.
7. Make menu substitutions as necessary and record them appropriately.
8. Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes, and menus within budget constraints.
9. Assist in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies.
10. Participate in planning and preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
11. Attend staff meetings, in-services, and training sessions.
12. Respect and promote Resident Rights & Responsibilities.
13. Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
14. Follow health and safety legislation and departmental procedures.
15. Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults.
16. Uphold the organization's values related to ethics, morality, and integrity.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
2. Red Seal Certificate preferred.
3. Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in healthcare or retirement settings.
4. Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
5. Experience with special and therapeutic diets.
6. Physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for most of the shift.
7. Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
8. Provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Additional Information

Cogir is committed to inclusive employment practices and providing accommodations upon request.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job functions: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare, Hospitality