Cook - Sarsfield

RhynoCare Staffing Solutions; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Cook to join their culinary team in Ottawa. This role is vital in ensuring that residents receive nutritious and delicious meals tailored to their dietary needs. You will work in a collaborative environment, planning menus and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. With flexible scheduling options and a supportive work culture, this opportunity is perfect for those who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others, particularly the elderly. If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a rewarding setting, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Food Service Worker Program is required.
• Must have Chef/Cook Certification, preferably Red Seal.
• Experience in a Long-Term Care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals while adhering to dietary requirements.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to develop menus for residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Chef/Cook Certification

Food Handler's Certificate

Food Service Worker Program

Job description

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RhynoCare Staffing offers a wide range of job opportunities for healthcare providers, which includes both regulated and unregulated staff.

Our clients include hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private practices, which allows us to offer a variety of work settings to suit your preferences.

RhynoCare prides itself on providing competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options, and continued support to ensure your success on the job.

We value our healthcare partners and believe in fostering a positive and respectful work environment.

If you are a healthcare provider looking for your next career opportunity, we invite you to join our team.

We are looking for skilled and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. As a Cook in our partnered facilities, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the nutritional needs of residents are met with delicious and wholesome meals. You will work collaboratively with the facility's dietary team to plan menus, prepare meals, and maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Experience working in a long-term care facility is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook nutritious meals in accordance with dietary requirements and menu plans ensuring all standards are met.
• Ensure meals are served at the appropriate temperature and in a timely manner.
• Assisting with the serving of meals to residents ensuring resident food preferences are respected.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper storage and handling of food.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to develop menus that meet the nutritional needs and preferences of residents.
• Assist the Food and Nutrition Manager in control of food costs, waste, and ordering.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate to the appropriate channels to coordinate ordering of supplies.
• Ensure all Public Health and Ministry of Long-Term Care requirements are met.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including equipment and utensils.
• Assist with special events and catering as required.
  
  

Requirements

Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.

• Chef/Cook Certification from a recognized community college, preferably Red Seal
• Must have a Food Handler's Certificate and keep it up to date
• Experience in a Long-Term Care setting or with seniors is preferred, but institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality cooking experience accepted
• Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care's Long-term care home COVID-19 immunization policy
  
  

Skills

• Must have a sincere interest in people, the elderly in particular, and possess a genuine sensitivity to their needs.
• Must be able to effectively handle the physical aspects of the position including, but not limited to the ability to bend, stand, lift, withstand various. range of temperatures and have hands in water and have the ability to work safely by following established safety practices and procedures.
• Able to multi-task and complete required routines within assigned schedules.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written in English).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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