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Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cook to join our Food Services team.

Employment Status: Part-time Reporting Relationship: Manager, Patient Food Services

Hours of work: Must be available for all rotating shifts including alternating weekends - subject to change as per Article 3 – Management Rights.

Employee Group: NOWU Location: Wilson Site Hourly Rate: $26.669 - $28.331

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining established standards for food preparation, cooking and execution of Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner for Hospital patients.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School diploma, equivalent, or higher education required.
• Graduate of approved culinary course required
• Provincial Certificate of Qualification (Red Seal)– Cook certification preferred
• 5 years’ of current, practical cooking experience required (experience may include 3 years’ apprenticeship experience)
• Food Handlers certification required
• Health Care, Cook chill, Batch cooking, Therapeutic, and Modified texture experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Standards
• Adhere to quality assurance program
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manor
• Ability to read, understand and execute standardized recipes
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend without restrictions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to organize work effectively and work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to problem solve with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Positive Attendance and Discipline free record required
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.