Cook II (Full-Time)

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Ongoing learning and development

Safe, inclusive work environment

Job summary

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care is opening the Ng Siu Chan Centre and seeks a Cook II to help shape the culture, resident experience, and care environment from day one. The role involves preparing, portioning and serving quality meals for residents in line with Ministry and public health regulations, with a focus on safety and quality.

Requirements include a Chef Training diploma or equivalent, a current Food Handler Safety Certificate, and at least 3 years of institutional cooking

Qualifications

• Completion of Chef Training diploma or diploma/certificate/apprenticeship in Culinary Management, Cook, Food and Nutrition or equivalent.
• Current Food Handler Safety Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years proven institutional cooking experience.
• Familiarity with Asian cuisine and use of industrial size wok an asset.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Knowledge of Chinese an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food and snacks according to pre-determined requirements, palatability and menu/recipe, ensuring an appetizing appearance.
• Pre-prepares menu items according to menu (regular and vegetarian).
• Inspects and tastes food for quality.
• Accurately portions and serves food to residents.
• Performs food preparation.
• Complies with sanitary regulations in the food preparation process.
• Maintains and cleans equipment.
• Maintains production areas, storage rooms and refrigeration areas are in a clean and organized condition.
• Responsible for taking temperature log of refrigerator/freezer and food temperature.
• Monitors food stock and makes timely report to management for replenishment.
• Responsible for stock rotation.
• Assists in receiving delivery and ensuring accuracy of order delivered.
• Complies with risk management policy for health and safety and GHS.
• Follows protocols to comply with standards from Ministry, public health and other regulatory body.
• Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Education

Chef Training diploma or diploma/certificate/apprenticeship in Culinary Management, Cook, Food and Nutrition or equivalent

Job description

Ng Siu Chan Care Centre Be Part of Something New At Yee Hong, our values guide everything we do. We Care, We Collaborate, and We Commit to creating meaningful experiences for residents, clients, families, volunteers, students, and one another. As we prepare to open the Ng Siu Chan Centre, our newest long-term care home, we are seeking passionate and dedicated Cook II who wants to help shape the culture, resident experience, and care environment from day one. Built on the principles of Relationship-Centred Care and Meaningful Living, the Ng Siu Chan Centre will provide an innovative care environment where residents are supported to live with purpose, dignity, independence, and choice. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the opening of a new home and help create an exceptional experience for residents, families, and team members.

Prepares, portions and serves of quality food for residents in accordance with Ministry, Public Health and other regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and cooks food and snacks according to pre-determined requirements, palatability and menu/recipe, ensuring an appetizing appearance
• Pre-prepares menu items according to menu (regular and vegetarian)
• Inspects and tastes food for quality
• Accurately portions and serves food to residents
• Performs food preparation
• Complies with sanitary regulations in the food preparation process
• Maintains and cleans equipment.
• Maintains production areas, storage rooms and refrigeration areas are in a clean and organized condition
• Responsible for taking temperature log of refrigerator/freezer and food temperature
• Monitors food stock and makes timely report to management for replenishment
• Responsible for stock rotation
• Assists in receiving delivery and ensuring accuracy of order delivered
• Complies with risk management policy for health and safety and GHS
• Follows protocols to comply with standards from Ministry, public health and other regulatory body
• Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Completion of Chef Training diploma or diploma/certificate/apprenticeship in Culinary Management, Cook, Food and Nutrition or equivalent
• Current Food Handler Safety Certificate
• Minimum 3 years proven institutional cooking experience
• Familiarity with Asian cuisine and use of industrial size wok an asset.
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of quantity food production, and knowledge of sanitation and safety standards for food services area
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Knowledge of Chinese an asset

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Considerable standing, walking and lifting throughout the day Shift work, including weekend Exposed to heat, humidity and food waste

Salary Range: $22.02 - $24.56

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

Benefits:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Multi-employer pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing learning and development
• Employee education assistance program
• Award winning corporate culture
• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation. Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.

THIS JOB IS POSTED TO FILL AN EXISTING VACANCY.

JOIN A GREAT TEAM, DOING GREAT WORK!

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. At several campuses of care and other service locations across the Greater Toronto Area, Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity”. In their living setting of choice, seniors and their families are supported to optimize their physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research. Since the start of our operations 1994, Yee Hong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence. As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life. Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students. We commit to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, and offer a rewarding career as a member of our stellar team.