Cook I

Shared Health-Soins Communs; Brandon; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie Mountain Health is seeking a Casual Cook I for the Brandon facility. The role focuses on high-quality food production and distribution following therapeutic menus and safety standards, with supervision duties when leadership is absent.

The Cook I will ensure proper temperatures, portion control, and waste management while supporting Nutrition Services with daily operations and routine quality checks. Health care food service experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 MB Standards.
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within six months.
• Previous health care food service or cooking experience required.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food according to menu and therapeutic specifications; monitor serving temperatures and use leftovers per policy.
• Oversee day-to-day Nutrition Services activities in absence of Supervisor/Manager.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation and portion control in production and service.
• Assist with purchasing, receiving, and inventory of food and supplies.

Skills

Dexterity

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Independent judgment

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Grade 12 (MB Standards)

Job description

Requisition ID: 415154
Position Number: 4PBptreCOOK1-99
Posting End Date: November 17, 2026
City: Brandon
Employer: Prairie Mountain Health
Site: Prairie Mountain Health - Mental Health Program (includes Community and Crisis Services)
Department / Unit: Addictions Services - Parkwood
Job Stream: Non-Clinical
Union : MGEU
FTE: Casual
Anticipated Shift: Days
Daily Hours Worked: 8
Salary: As per collective agreement
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Supervisor and/or Manager, the Cook I is responsible for performing the following activities according to related policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation: all aspects of food service production and distribution to related areas with emphasis on portion control, waste control, proper sanitation and safety. The Cook I prepares all food according to menu and therapeutic specifications; monitors and ensures food is served at optimal temperatures and leftovers are properly used according to established regulations and policies. In the absence of the Nutrition Services Supervisor or Manager, oversees day-to-day activities of the Nutrition Services department, including the supervision of applicable staff and required quality assurance processes.
QUALFICATION

• Grade 12 (MB Standards)
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within six (6) months
• Previous health care food service experience or cooking experience required
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Demonstrated dexterity, speed and efficient work methods
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
  

Overview

• In the absence of the Nutrition Services Supervisor or Manager, assumes a leadership role in coordinating the Nutrition Services for the facility, including the daily supervision of the Nutrition Services staff at the facility level and required quality assurance processes.
• Ensures familiarity with all diets, the use of reference materials, and technical terms used in Nutrition Services.
• Prepares all food in accordance with production schedules, standard recipes, quality standards (taste, texture, presentation and appearance) and portion control guidelines.
• Prepares all food items as required for special and catered functions and other departmental programs (e.g. Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Program).
• Completes preparations for all therapeutic or texture-modified foods required.
• Adheres to the approved menu and therapeutic guidelines regarding the preparation and serving of therapeutic and/or texture-modified diets.
• Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian.
• Monitors and records temperature of foods through storage, preparation and service to ensure established temperature goals are achieved or exceeded.
• Maintains a safe and healthy food preparation environment through compliance with “Food Safety Code of Practice” standards.
• Ensures appropriate labeling, dating and storing or discarding of leftovers, including hazardous food sample maintenance.
• Assists with purchasing, receiving, checking and storage of food and supplies as required. Responsible for reporting damaged or missing goods.
• Assists with planning, organizing, and evaluating menu items.
• Follows established safe work procedures for all relevant equipment and tasks.
• Ensure all relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
• Assists with inventory procedures.
• Assists/participates in departmental quality control audits and procedures.
• Participates in orientation, training, and mentoring new employees and students.
• Reports Maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, security issues and unsafe work conditions to the Supervisor or Manager. Complete all necessary documentation.
• Complies with all regional and departmental policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.
PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.
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