Second Cook - Full-Time - Pioneer Ridge

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing exceptional food services for the community. As a key player in the Food & Nutrition Services team, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals that cater to the needs of residents and patrons. Your culinary skills will shine as you ensure the highest standards of food safety and presentation. This role not only allows you to showcase your cooking expertise but also to engage with the community, providing friendly and courteous service. If you are passionate about food and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Completion of an Ontario Apprenticeship program for Cook with 3 years experience.
• Successful completion of food handler training mandated by health authorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook regular and therapeutic foods for residents and special functions.
• Ensure correct portioning and attractive presentation of foods.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitary Food Handling

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Ontario Apprenticeship Program for Cook

Food Handler Training

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Food & Nutrition Services, or designate is responsible for the preparation of foods for residents, staff, patrons, special functions and Meals on Wheels.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the preparation and cooking of regular and therapeutic foods.
• Ensures correct portioning and attractive presentation of foods.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of standardized recipes.
• Responsible for sanitary food handling and proper storage of food.
• Responsible for cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Assists in requisitioning supplies.
• Participates in meetings to discuss food/menu related matters.
• Provides courteous and tactful customer service to residents, families, staff, visitors, and other patrons.
• Participates in fire drills, evacuations, and other safety measures.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Successful completion of an Ontario Apprenticeship program for the Certified trade of Cook, together with a minimum of 3 years experience as an Institutional Cook
• Successful completion of the food handler training program as mandated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care

Skills/Abilities:

• A genuine understanding of the needs of the elderly is required
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to practice good lifting and safety and sanitation techniques
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act

Assets:

• A demonstrated ability in leadership skills and supervision is an asset

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must be willing to work shift work, including weekends and holidays
• Must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at point of conditional offer
• Prior to commencing employment, will be required to review and attest/affirm to all Pioneer Ridge Staff Immunization Policies
• Must pass work fitness test
• Must undergo a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Must have successfully undergone a "two step" tuberculosis skin test within the 12 months prior to employment
• Prior to commencing employment, must undergo a successful Offence & Professional Misconduct Declaration Process
• Must successfully complete all mandatory training as required by the Corporation on an annual basis

General Information:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression.Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant.If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY:Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

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