Job Opportunities API

The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook in the preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. Key Responsibilities • To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees; • To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively; • To ensure use of proper food handling techniques; • To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form; • To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /specialty diets according to planned menus; • To assist in serving meals, following resident's diet and food preferences using proper portion sizes; • To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place; • To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget; • To assist in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies; • To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days; • To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions; • To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it; • To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; • To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures; • To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); • To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct; • To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate • Red Seal Certificate preferred • Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting • Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating • Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets • Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift • Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset • Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!