Assistant Cook - Part-time

Revera Inc.; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation available

Inclusive employment practices

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking an Assistant Cook to prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests, and employees in a retirement setting. You will review menus, adhere to production charts, and ensure safe food handling while meeting dietary needs.

Must have a Food Handler's Certificate; Red Seal preferred. Experience in large quantity meal prep for healthcare and a VPS screening within 6 months is required. Wage starts at $22.00/hour, with accommodation considerations as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation, healthcare or retirement setting.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada’s Food Guide.
• Knowledge of special and therapeutic diets.
• Physically able to lift heavy items and stand most of shift.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening valid within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver foods for residents, guests and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets; prepare and serve meals attractively.
• Ensure proper food handling techniques.
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms.
• Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic/special diets.
• Make menu substitutions and record changes.
• Adhere to service time schedules and budgets.
• Comply with regulations and departmental policies.
• Participate in special occasion/theme meals and staff trainings.
• Uphold Resident Rights and promote the organization’s values.
• Engage in Quality Improvement activities and safety procedures.

Job 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. 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.

Mission

Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Assistant Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

Key Outcomes

• Live our values of Human Focus, Creativity and Excellence
• Lend a helping hand
• Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families
• Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank)

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 /speciality diets according to planned menus
• To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place
• To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments
• To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget
• To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures
• 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 uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct
• To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience

• 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.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).

Wage: $22.00/hourly 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. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors such as skills, experience, location, and internal equity, and is expected to fall within the posted range.

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.

The Mission of Cogir Senior Living Human beings are the focus of our mission which is “real estate with purpose”. They are the foundation of our culture as well as our priority. For us, the human being is everywhere and is the basis for all our actions and decisions.

A Unique Experience As employees, every workday is a unique experience. We offer a healthy environment, with inspiring leaders who set clear goals, acknowledge the efforts made and encourage internal advancement. Moreover, we’re offering benefits that reflect the needs of today. There are various options available to allow for a healthy work-life balance.