Cook (Casual) - The Wexford

Century Group; Delta; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Discounted employee meals

Job summary

Bria Communities’ Wexford is a boutique-style independent senior living residence in South Delta, part of Bria Communities. The Cook role focuses on producing high-quality, tasty meals daily, using fresh ingredients and following Executive/Sous Chef guidelines.

You will work 6:30am–3:00pm or 10:30am–7:00pm, with opportunities for growth in a locally owned operator that values residents’ dignity and comfort.

Qualifications

• Diploma from a recognized culinary school preferred.
• Experience in a recognized establishment required.
• Food Safe Certificate required.
• Red Seal Certificate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, produce and present menu items following Bria Cuisine standards.
• Operate cooking equipment safely and maintain a clean work area.
• Adhere to health, safety and quality assurance standards.
• Lead food production in the absence of the Executive Chef or Manager.
• Contribute recipe and menu ideas based on resident feedback.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Multitasking

Effective communication

Fresh ingredients

English proficiency

Lifting capacity

Stamina

Education

Culinary school diploma

Food Safe Certificate

Red Seal Certificate (asset)

Job description

Looking for a job where you can contribute to the sum of human happiness and truly make a difference? Join us! We're crafting a purposeful, happy and vibrant seniors' community where our residents and employees flourish together.

The Wexford is a boutique-style independent senior living residence in South Delta. We are part of Bria Communities, a local, private company that operates four vibrant retirement communities in Langley and Tsawwassen.

WHO ARE YOU?

You want to work for a company that sees people of all ages as valuable individuals, not just numbers, clients or patients. Your values include:

• Acting with respect to people of all ages, but especially older adults
• Providing elevated customer services that put seniors’ needs, comfort, and dignity first
• Being a supportive and collaborative team member who contributes your skills and knowledge to create purposeful, happy and vibrant senior communities.
• Leading the way by taking initiative, always improving, and bringing positivity to work with you every day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

• Competitive wages
• Discounted employee meals
• Career growth and development opportunities
• We’re locally owned and operated

Shifts: 6:30am - 3:00pm, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Culinary Services/Executive Chef or designate, the Cook is responsible for producing high quality, great tasting and well presented food every day following recipes and menus set by the Executive / Sous Chef. Has a passion for using fresh ingredients and creatively contributing to the culinary teams goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of menu items and will maintain the Bria Cuisine standard of food quality and service.
• Operates cooking equipment in a safe and proper manner. Checks equipment and cooking area after use to ensure safety requirements are maintained. Ensures equipment is maintained in a proper working order and reports any hazards to management.
• Ensures safety and hygiene practices/procedures are adhered to and assists in maintaining quality assurance standards that comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations.
• Act as the lead for food production in the absence of the Executive Chef or Manager to ensure seamless department operations.
• Maintains a current knowledge of company policies and procedures and commits to, and executes the Bria Cuisine standards.
• Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among management, employees, residents and the public.
• Actively contributes recipe and menu ideas to the Chef, thinking creatively and in response to resident feedback.
• Ensure residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained, except in the proper operation of the business.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Education & Experience

• Diploma from a recognized culinary school preferred
• Experience in a recognized establishment required
• Food Safe Certificate
• Red Seal Certificate is a definite asset

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, guests, volunteers and employees.
• Able to work independently with a minimum of supervision
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Communicates effectively, organize the departmental operations, and supervise subordinates when acting as lead hand
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and producing great food every day
• Fluent in written and oral English.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have the stamina to be on their feet for up to 8 hours
• Safely and efficiently operate all equipment required for the position's duties.
• Seniors residences that offer a friendly, community-oriented living experience.

Seniors residences that offer a friendly, community-oriented living experience.