Licensed Cook

*Job Description*

_*Cook*_

Westhills Care Centre is a BRAND NEW distinctive Long-Term Care Facility providing a variety of clinical and personal programs and services to 160 residents!

*Are you looking for a rewarding Cook role in a brand-new state of the art facility? Would you enjoy working with a brand-new Dietary/Food Service team?*

The Cook reports to the Nutrition Manager, the Cook will follow the policy and procedures outlined by the Ministry of Long-Term Care and other governing bodies.

*Cook Responsibilities: *

* Prepares and serves food for the residents, including the more complex meal preparation for the home as required
* Responsible for the production and service of high quality and nutritious food items
* Reviews meal and production schedules
* Takes food samples, including food temperatures and portioning food items
* Cleans pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure
* Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers
* Participates in facility meetings as assigned
* Attends in-service and on-line education programs
* Adheres to established policies, procedures regarding quality assurance and infection control
* Assists Dietary Aides as required and all outlined duties above

*QUALIFICATIONS:*

* Current Food handler training certification.
* Current certificate as a Food Service worker. Enrolled in a Food Service Worker/ Dietary aide program or have worked in a LTC home prior to July 1, 2010.
* Comprehensive knowledge of dietary and food service practices, as well as knowledge in Infection Control Practices.
* Ability to work effectively individually and with others while prioritizing task to be completed

*Cooks must possess*:

* a chef training or culinary management diploma or certificate, or holds a certificate of qualification in the trade of Cook or Institutional Cook

*MUST have a current Police Check (Vulnerable Sector).*

Job Types: Part Time/Casual

Work remotely

* No

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $25.62-$27.19 per hour



Education:
* Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person