Cook

Northside Community Guest Home; Sydney; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare facility in Sydney is seeking a Cook to ensure timely food preparation that meets dietary requirements. Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining sanitation standards, and assisting with training. Preferred candidates have experience in healthcare food service and relevant certifications. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare food service preferred.
• 1 year of cooking experience preferred.
• Must possess Food Handler Certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies.
• Maintain high sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Assist in training new employees.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Red Seal designation

Food Handler's Course

Tools

Mixers

Dishwashers

Food processors

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Cook

Department: Dietary

Location: Northside Community Guest Home - North Sydney, NS, Canada

Responsible To: Director of Dietary Services

Purpose: To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of meals that align with both general dietary requirements and individual needs. The Cook is responsible for baking and assisting with all aspects of food preparation throughout the facility. This position also serves as a backup for the Head Chef when needed and follows all safety, hygiene, and food preparation regulations as set by dietary services and dietitians.

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Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow daily menus planned by the dietary supervisor and dietitian for individual nutritional needs.
• Maintain high sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Operate kitchen appliances and clean equipment and work areas.
• Record and manage holding temperatures and freezer storage temperatures.
• Adhere to regulations including infection control, hazardous materials handling, fire and equipment safety, and lifting techniques.
• Assist in training new employees and attend required in-services (WHMIS, Fire-Safety, Food Handlers, First Aid / CPR).
• Participate in dietary staff meetings.
• Assist in the supervision and instruction of food service staff as assigned.
• Supervise assigned subordinate staff members.

Equipment Used

• Mixers
• Slicers
• Vegetable peelers
• Knives
• Dishwashers
• Microwave ovens
• Stove ovens
• Steamers
• Food processors
• Blenders
• Related kitchen equipment

Working Conditions

Interacts with residents, family members, staff, and visitors. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, stir, walk, lift, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Red Seal designation preferred
• Food Handler's Course required
• Experience in healthcare food service preferred

Working Hours and Schedule

• Subject to rotation and change, including weekends and holidays
• Job Types: Part-time, Casual
• Pay: $22.10 - $24.56 per hour
• Expected Hours: 4–40 per week
• Schedule: 8 hour shifts; Evening shift; Holidays; Morning shift; On call

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Education

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
• Language: English (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Food Handler Certification
• Food Safe, SafeCheck, or equivalent