Part-Time Cook (11 AM to 7 PM)

Revera Inc.; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Pembroke, Ontario is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing and delivering meals for residents, guests and staff. You will review menus, ensure proper food handling, and prepare therapeutic diets following planned menus.

This role requires experience in large-volume food prep, knowledge of local regulations, and the ability to lift heavy items and stand for long periods. A Food Handler's Certificate is required, Red Seal preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
• Knowledge of special and therapeutic diets.
• 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 Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and serve them properly and attractively.
• Ensure use of proper food handling techniques.
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings.
• Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic/speciality diets according to planned menus.
• Make menu substitutions as necessary and record these.
• Adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments.
• Follow production charts, standardized recipes and daily menus within budget.
• Comply with provincial/municipal regulations and dietary policies.
• Participate in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
• Attend staff meetings, in-services and training sessions.
• Be aware of Resident Rights & Responsibilities and promote them.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Follow health and safety legislation and safe job procedures.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults.
• Uphold the organization’s values related to ethics and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food Handler's Certificate

Education

Red Seal Certificate preferred

Job description

Position Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
• Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively.
• Ensure use of proper food handling techniques.
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form.
• Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus.
• Make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place.
• Adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments.
• Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
• Comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures.
• Participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
• Attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions.
• Be aware of Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote them.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.
• 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.

EEO and Accommodation

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.

Benefits

There are various options available to allow for a healthy work-life balance.