Casual relief cook & Dietary Aide

Extendicare; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their culinary team in Kingston. This part-time role involves serving meals to residents, preparing simple dishes, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors while enjoying mentorship and support for your professional growth. If you are passionate about food and care, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment. Join a leading provider of senior care and make a difference every day!

Benefits

Mentorship and support for lifelong learning

Employee perks

Recognition programs

Robust benefits package

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler's Certificate required.
• Cook certificate of qualification is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Clean and prepare uncooked foods and follow standardized recipes.
• Record endpoint and service temperatures.

Skills

Food Handling

Dietary Experience

English Proficiency

Lifting Ability

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Cook Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Cook

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team, you will assist with plating and serving meals, and will be responsible for cleaning serving areas and equipment, while following established policies, procedures, and standards. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our Limestone Ridge, located in Kingston, Ontario.

Available opportunities include Part-Time/Days/Evenings/Weekends.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences, observing time limits for meal serving, and maintaining food at proper serving temperatures.
2. Clean and prepare uncooked foods such as salads, vegetables, and fruits. Follow instructions in preparing simple foods like breakfast items, basic desserts, and garnishes. Prepare meals following production sheets, spreadsheets, standardized recipes, week-at-a-glance schedules, and policies and procedures.
3. Record endpoint and service temperatures, as well as fridge and freezer temperatures.
4. Handle food samples appropriately.
5. Familiarize with industrial equipment and know the procedures for use.
6. Wash pots and pans, following proper steps for the two-sink method and recording as required.
7. Participate in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
8. Adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire safety, environmental safety, and infection control.
9. Participate in facility meetings and attend in-service education programs as assigned.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What You Bring

• Current Food Handler's Certificate
• Cook certificate of qualification (recommended)
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC (Long Term Care) settings (0-1 year preferred)
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Ability to work safely following safety practices and procedures
• Ability to do moderate to heavy lifting
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

What You’ll Get

• Mentorship and support for lifelong learning and growth
• Employee perks
• Recognition programs
• Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, with over 115 senior care and living centers and home health care operations. Our dedicated workforce of 23,700 team members is committed to delivering quality care and being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type: Part-time

Join us at Extendicare and make a difference in the lives of our residents while enriching your own career. If you are passionate about caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!