Full-Time Cook (11:30 AM to 7:30 PM)

Cogir Senior Living; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests and staff in our Ottawa kitchen. Reporting to the Culinary Manager, you will review menus, follow production sheets, and ensure safe, appealing meals within allotted budgets.

The ideal candidate holds a Food Handler’s Certificate (Red Seal preferred) with experience in large-scale food production, preferably in healthcare or retirement settings, and knowledge of Canadian dietary guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large-quantity food preparation, preferably healthcare/retirement setting.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
• Knowledge of and experience with special/therapeutic diets.
• Physically able to lift heavy items and stand for long periods.
• Second language skills are an asset.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (or willing to obtain) within six months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver all foods for residents, guests and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets before meals and serve attractively.
• Ensure proper food handling techniques are followed.
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridges/freezers/storerooms.
• Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic/special diets as planned.
• Record substitutions and follow production charts within budget.
• Comply with regulations and safety procedures; work with residents respectfully.
• Attend staff meetings and training.
• Uphold Residents' Rights & Responsibilities and participate in Quality Improvement.
• Work in a role of trust with vulnerable adults and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food handling

Menu review

Safety compliance

Therapeutic diets

Multilingual asset

Job description

Wage per hour

$21.64

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;

• To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;

• To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;

• To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;

• To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus;

• To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;

• To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;

• To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;

• To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;

• To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;

• To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;

• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;

• To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler’s Certificate

• Red Seal Certificate preferred

• Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting

• Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating

• Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets

• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift

• Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.__