Cook

extendicare; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous mentorship

Opportunities for advancement

Meaningful work experience

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Cook in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada to prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests and staff, following menus, production sheets and dietary guidelines.

You must hold a Food Handler's Certificate; Red Seal is preferred. Experience in healthcare or long-term care meal prep, adherence to safety standards, and ability to lift heavy items are required. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably healthcare or retirement setting.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide.
• Knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets.
• Physical ability to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests and staff.
• Review menus and production sheets; prepare and serve attractively.
• Ensure proper food handling techniques are followed.
• Complete daily temperature audits and record findings.
• Prepare foods for therapeutic diets per planned menus.
• Adhere to production charts, recipes and budget.

Skills

Food Handler's Certificate

Red Seal Certificate

Large quantity food prep

Healthcare diet knowledge

Lift heavy items

Second language

Job description

Job Description

Mission: Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for 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 /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 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 Extendicare's 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 one

What Extendicare has to offer:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life - long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands.

We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing se niors' population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

We operate a network of long - term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care servi ces annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada.

Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing hi gh - quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type: Part time

Compensation Details: $25.77 - $27.39

At Extendicare, we've spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

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