Second Cook

Rocky-View-Foundation; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky View Foundation is seeking a Second Cook to deliver high-quality meals for our residents, including seniors with specific dietary needs. The role requires collaboration with the kitchen team to plan nutritious menus, maintain food safety standards, and showcase culinary creativity.

You will prepare meals, contribute to menu development, and ensure timely service while upholding sanitation and equipment maintenance responsibilities in a supportive not-for-profit housing environment.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and cooking according to planned menus, ensuring nutritious, flavorful, and visually appealing meals.
• Provide input and suggestions for new menu items and recipe improvements.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment following food safety guidelines.
• Report any equipment malfunctions and coordinate with Head Cook or maintenance.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communicate effectively with F&B staff to ensure coordination and timely service.

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred

Job description

Overview

Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities.

Core Values

• Collaboration
• Authenticity
• Resourceful
• Engaged

Position Summary

The Second Cook plays a vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality meals to our residents. This position involves working closely with the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals that meet our senior residents\' dietary requirements and preferences. The Second Cook must adhere to food safety and sanitation standards while demonstrating culinary creativity and excellent cooking skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, ensuring they are nutritious, flavorful, and visually appealing. Ensure timely and efficient service during meal times.
• Provide input and suggestions for new menu items and recipe improvements.
• Food Safety: Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment at all times, following food safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in good working order. Report any equipment malfunctions to the Head Cook or maintenance team.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with F&B staff to ensure coordination and timely service.

Qualifications

Education

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience in a professional kitchen.