Cook - AgeCare Glenwarren

AgeCare; Victoria; Vor Ort; CAD 34.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AgeCare in Victoria, BC, is seeking a Cook reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager. You will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees in our long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes following menus, recipes, safety standards, and quality meals while working within budget and regulatory requirements; candidates must have relevant certifications and several years of experience in healthcare food service.

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• 2–3 years experience with special and therapeutic diets.
• Physically able to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long periods.
• Second language ability is an asset.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and serve them properly and attractively.
• Ensure use of proper food handling techniques.
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings.
• Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and menus within budget.
• Comply with provincial/municipal regulations and dietary department policies.
• Participate in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meals and attend training sessions.
• Respect Resident Rights & Responsibilities and promote them.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program and follow health and safety procedures.

Kenntnisse

Food handling

Large quantity cooking

Healthcare kitchen experience

Dietary planning

Second language (asset)

Ausbildung

Food Handler's Certificate

Red Seal Certificate (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Cook 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.

What You Will Do:

• 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 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.

What You Will Need:

• 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 2-3 years of 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

Wage Levelling Salary: $29.72 per hour