Cook I

Covenant Health Canada; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada is seeking a dedicated Cook I for its Banff Mineral Springs Hospital. This part-time role involves preparing high-quality meals for patients, adhering to health and safety standards, and working collaboratively within the Nutrition Food Services team. Ideal candidates will possess a Journeyman certificate and have experience in institutional food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum two [2] years of recent institutional food service experience required.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good understanding of regular and special diets.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation, assembly and serving of menu items.
• Prepare meals from scratch including soups, stews, and salads.
• Assist in cash handling duties and maintaining cleanliness.

Skills

Large quantity cooking

Food Safe Certification

Basic computer skills

Mathematical calculations

Education

Journeyman certificate

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced cook looking for a different culinary opportunity? The Cook I position is equivalent to a Demi Chef de Partie position in hotel restaurant kitchens. This part-time position is four days per week: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 0600 -1415 (paid 7.75 hours) and Thursdays and Fridays 1015-1800 (paid 7.25 hours). There is opportunity to pick up additional shifts when you are available. The Cook I must be able to make soups, stews, chilis, sandwiches, and salads etc., from scratch. You are comfortable cleaning larger cuts of meats in preparation for roasting, grilling, and searing, as well as cooking fish and vegan/vegetarian meals. The Cook I prepares full meals including, meat, fish, potato, rice and grain dishes with vegetables and sauces. You know how to prepare breakfast from scratch including muffins, scones, and sweet loaves. The Cook I is competent in cooking a variety of international foods as influenced by Asia, Europe, and Latin America, etc. You are willing to learn hospital therapeutic diets. The Banff Mineral Springs Hospital patient food services department makes a difference every day in the lives of over 40 patients and long-term care residents by preparing and serving high quality from scratch meals with excellent customer service in this multi-service facility. The Cook I is also responsible for the preparation of menu items, for cafeteria service, and Meals on Wheels. Work is to be completed in a safe manner with superior quality and customer service. The Cook I also assists in cash handling duties, cleaning duties and submitting food orders. You will work under minimal supervision, following all applicable policies and standard operating procedures. The Cook I is responsible for the provision of care in alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Covenant Health and the Banff Mineral Springs Hospital.

Description:

Description: The Cook I is responsible for a variety of cooking duties including preparation, assembly and serving of menu items in accordance with standardized recipes and established procedures and standards. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE General Support Services Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Cook I
• Union: COV AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Food Services
• Primary Location: Banff Mineral Springs Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.77
• Posting End Date: 24-JUN-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Temporary End Date: 17-NOV-2025
• Length of Shift in weeks: 1
• Shifts per cycle: 4
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.55
• Maximum Salary: $25.90
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Cook I
• Union: COV AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Food Services
• Primary Location: Banff Mineral Springs Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.77
• Posting End Date: 24-JUN-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 04-JUL-2025
• Temporary End Date: 17-NOV-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.25, 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 1
• Shifts per cycle: 4
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.55
• Maximum Salary: $25.90
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: A Journeyman certificate is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent.Minimum two [2] years of recent institutional food service experience, large quantity cooking experience, required. Will consider a recognized equivalent or demonstrated recent and related experience.Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.Basic knowledge of regular and special diet.Basic computer skills, required.Food Safe Certification.Clear Criminal Records Check.Please note: Classifications Under Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work quickly and accurately under deadlines.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Ability to follow directions and guidelines.High standards for cleanliness and sanitation.High levels of honesty and integrity.Ability to do mathematical calculations.WHMIS training preferred.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening : Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search (as applicable based on position). Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictionswith Covenant Health.

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