Head Cook

Government of Northwest Territories; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Fort Simpson is seeking a qualified individual to join the Dietary team, responsible for managing kitchen operations and providing meal service to an LTC facility. The ideal candidate will have a Red Seal Trades certificate and thorough knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and safe handling practices. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of food handling and storage methods.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Customer service focus is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide meal service to residents of the facility.
• Manage kitchen operations ensuring high standards of food preparation.
• Formulate and communicate procedures and schedules.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutrition knowledge

Independent work

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Red Seal Trades certificate

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The incumbent works as part of the Dietary team to provide meal service to residents of an 18 bed LTC facility as well as special requests from within the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA). Failure to perform duties completely, safely, and promptly, would directly affect the service delivery of the NTHSSA, and may impact the wellbeing and comfort of the residents of the Elders Care Horne. Reporting to the Nurse in Charge (NIC), Long Term Care, the incumbent manages the overall kitchen operations at the Fort Simpson Health Center in a manner consistent with high standards of food preparation and nutrition to ensure safe and nutritious meals for the residents of the Elders Care Home.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of food, food preparation and equipment, safe food handling, and proper storage methods
• Thorough knowledge and skills related to nutrition, cooking, serving methods, and portion control.
• Reliable and able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to formulate and communicate procedures, meal plans, and schedules.
• Customer service focused.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• Completion of Red Seal Trades certificate and previous supervisory experience

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGALROAD
BOX876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
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