Assistant Cook Regular Part Time [BRV ACK2 0.73] AgeCare Riverview

AgeCare; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the preparation and delivery of meals for residents, guests, and staff in a healthcare setting. You will review menus, follow production sheets, and ensure safe, attractive service while accommodating therapeutic diets.

The role requires knowledge of food safety, ability to handle large quantities, and attention to dietary restrictions. A strong team player with reliability and integrity is essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in healthcare or retirement settings.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
• Ability to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for long shifts.
• Second language proficiency is an asset.
• Provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.
• Motivated by serving seniors with dignity and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver foods for residents, guests, and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and serve them attractively.
• Ensure proper food handling techniques and safety audits.
• Prepare meals for therapeutic/special diets according to planned menus.
• Assist in serving meals following residents' diets and portion sizes.
• Record menu substitutions and maintain production charts and budgets.
• Assist with receiving and storing incoming food and supplies.
• Participate in planning special occasion and theme meals and staff training.
• Attend department meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Uphold and promote the organization's ethics, integrity, and code of conduct.

Skills

Food safety

Large quantity cooking

Team collaboration

Allergen awareness

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Red Seal Certificate

Job description

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 as set out in the Code of Conduct;- 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 oneIf you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!