1ST Cook Casual

Park Place Seniors Living, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a 1st Cook for their Bolivar Creek Retirement Residence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for meal preparation, ensuring food safety, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. This role requires strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and physical fitness to meet the demands of a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity food preparation preferred.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for residents in the dining room.
• Follow safe cooking practices and assist with food ordering.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Formal training in quantity food preparation

Food Safe Level 1 certificate

Job description

Position: 1ST Cook Casual

Location: Bolivar Creek Retirement Residence, Surrey, BC

Salary: $20-25/hr

Position Summary:

The Cook will prepare meals for the Residents in the dining room. Responsible for following safe cooking practices and taking direction from the Executive Chef and Food Services Manager. A variety of culinary tasks will be required, along with standard cleaning tasks. May be required to assist in food ordering, receiving, and storage.

Qualifications:

• Formal training in quantity food preparation from a recognized institution or school preferred, or experience in quantity food preparation preferred
• Food Safe Level 1 certificate required
• Previous experience in long-term care preferred
• Must be physically fit and in good health, able to push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs, and stand for long periods
• Effective written and oral communication skills in English
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safety procedures
• Strong organizational skills and ability to stay focused
• Reliable with attendance, able to work scheduled shifts in their entirety
• Clear criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector screening (no older than 6 months)
• Appropriate attire
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team