Cook (casual)- Hardisty

parkplaceseniorsliving; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Place Home is seeking a Cook to prepare meals under the direction of the Food Services Manager and Dietitian for Residents. You will lead Food Service staff, promote food safety, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include ordering and inventory control, assisting with special meals, and ensuring timely delivery of meals while controlling waste. You will participate in training and uphold Park Place's culture of safety.

Qualifications

• Safe food handling knowledge or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves daily meals and specials according to menus, diets and schedules.
• Estimates food requirements to minimize waste.
• Directs kitchen staff and maintains cleanliness and sanitary operations.
• Assists with food for special functions and events.
• Monitors safety of equipment and work areas; keeps them safe and orderly.
• Reports repairs and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Receives deliveries and stores items properly.
• Completes Safe Food Handling Course as required by policy.
• Participates in related in-services and education programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job description

Under the direction of the Food Services Manager and/or Dietitian, the Cook prepares meals which
contribute to a balanced, nutritious, and appealing diet for the Residents of the Park Place Home.
The Cook provides leadership to the Food Service employees, promotes food safety while
maintaining an orderly and sanitary work area. Responsibilities also include ordering of food and
supplies and inventory control. Treats Residents with dignity and demonstrates an attitude of caring.
The Cook ensures a commitment to Resident safety and to our “culture of safety” as per Park Place’s
Strategic Directions.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares and serves daily meals and any special meals according to menus, recipes, diets, and schedules, using portion control to avoid waste. Prepares meats, vegetables, and other foods for cooking.
2. Estimates food requirements to eliminate waste and leftovers.
3. Responsible for direction of employees engaged in food preparation, and overall cleanliness and operation of the kitchen.
4. Participates in and assists with the preparation of food for special functions.
5. Checks equipment and work area frequently in order to maintain a safe, sanitary and orderly environment.
6. Reports repair and maintenance requirements to supervisor or maintenance worker.
7. Signs for deliveries when necessary and ensures food items are received in good condition and are stored properly.
8. Completes and renews Safe Food Handling Course as required by legislation and Park Place policy.
9. Responsible for attending related in-services and education programs.
10. Responsible for the safe performance of all duties.
11. Performs other related duties as required.