Cook

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto is seeking a part-time Cook to handle daily food preparation for the Cafeteria, Catering and Patient Services. You should bring a professional culinary certificate with apprenticeship hours and a Red Seal, or be working toward Red Seal, plus Food Handler Certification.

Requirements include Grade 12 or equivalent, 2+ years in a similar role, excellent communication, strong organization, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Professional culinary certificate with apprenticeship hours and Red Seal Certificate or working towards Red Seal and Food Handler Certification.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic with good organization and multitasking ability.
• Knowledge of food production and food safety (WHMIS, HACCP).
• Commitment to understanding and aiding in equity, diversity & inclusion.
• Knowledge of Special Diets and Allergies is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Daily food preparations for the Cafeteria and Catering.
• Communicate and work well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Food safety knowledge

Strong work ethic

Equity & inclusion awareness

Education

Red Seal / culinary college certificate

Grade 12 education

Job description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Reporting to the Executive Chef Manager, the Cook will be responsible for the daily food preparation and cooking of menu items for the Cafeteria, Catering and Patient Services. An enthusiastic and energetic individual who enjoys creating quality meals while providing friendly customer service would be best suited for this role.

Shift

weekdays, possible weekend and stat holidays.

Although this posting indicates an initial area of assignment and shift, the Hospital reserves the right to assign to other areas of assignment and shifts as deemed necessary.

Here's what you'll get to do

• Communicate and work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Daily food preparations for the Cafeteria and Catering.

Here's What You’ll Need

• A professional certificate through an accredited culinary college with the required completed apprenticeship hours and successful completion Red Seal Certificate or working towards completion of a Red Seal Certificate and current Food Handler Certification.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude coupled with a strong work ethic.
• Good knowledge of food production and food safety (WHMIS, HACCP).
• Strong organization skills with the ability to multitask and thrive in stressful situations.
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion.
• Knowledge of Special Diets and Allergies is a definite asset.

Here's What You’ll Love

• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you’ll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment type

Regular part time- 0.20FTE

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflect the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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