Dietary Aide/Relief Cook

County of Lennox & Addington; Greater Napanee; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Dietary Aide / Relief Cook to join its dedicated team. This role involves preparing nutritious meals, ensuring food safety, and providing excellent service to residents in a long-term care home. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, a commitment to high standards of hygiene, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors while working in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. If you are eager to contribute to a caring community, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Free parking

Safe work environment

Upgraded technology

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Safe Food Service Worker Certificate.
• Preference for those with chef training or culinary management diploma.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items following recipes and departmental procedures.
• Operates commercial equipment safely and portions food requirements.
• Follows HACCP and sanitation practices to ensure food safety.

Skills

Safe Food Service Worker Certificate

Safe Food Handler Certificate

Excellent communication skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Experience as a cook

Understanding of senior needs

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Education

Culinary Management Diploma

Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long term care home, owned and operated by The County of Lennox and Addington, in the Town of Greater Napanee. The John M. Parrott Centre offers free parking, a safe work environment and upgraded technology. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic person for the position of Dietary Aide / Relief Cook.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Safe Food Service Worker Certificate, be currently enrolled in or enroll within 3 months of the start date in the Food Service Worker Certificate Program at a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or Food Service Worker program provided by a Registered Private Career College & approved by the Superintendent of Private Career Colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005

OR

• Preference will be given to those who have completed a chef training or a culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Preference will be given to those who possess a Red Seal Designation
• Must possess a current Safe Food Handler Certificate
• Possess a secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills and be able to follow verbal and written instruction in English
• Previous experience as a cook is required and experience as a food server in a dining room setting is an asset
• Experience in operating large quantities of kitchen equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, stand, walk and bend for the entire shift as this is a very physically demanding job
• Requires understanding of the special needs of the senior population
• Exhibit patience and tact in their daily tasks involving residents, guests and staff
• Must be in good physical health, be clean and neat in appearance and have excellent personal hygiene
• Ability to give direction to other team members
• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items following recipes, menus, therapeutic diets, production sheets and departmental procedures
• Operates commercial equipment in a safe manner
• Portion food requirements for each RHA. Rotates Stock and plans utilization of leftover foods
• Follows all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and sanitation practices to ensure food safety
• In the absence of the Manager/Supervisor, you will direct staff as needed and oversee and train dietary staff
• Portion and serve correct meals to residents and guests
• Responsible for setting and clearing tables and keeping the work areas, dining room and other areas in the department clean and sanitized
• Assist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishments
• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance Standards
• Functions effectively and contributes positively to the Dietary Services Team
• All other duties as assigned

Regulated Safety Activities: Must adhere to all service area policies and procedures as outlined in WHMIS, Infection Control, Fire, Health and Safety and other manuals and legislation.

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that accommodations are available upon request to support the participation of persons with disabilities in applying for jobs and during the interview and assessment process. If you require an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883 to discuss. We will work with you to meet your needs.