licensed cook

Title posted on indeed.com - Cook

Posted on December 02, 2024 by Employer details Levante Living - Roseglen Village Retirement Home

Job details

*About Levante Living: * Our mission at Levante Living is to provide a supportive and caring experience for our residents, families and team members. For us, this is more than a job; it?s a passion. At Levante, we share deep gratitude and excitement for the rewarding work we get to do every day. Together, we create a space at each residence where ongoing enrichment, for both residents and team members, thrive. *JOB SUMMARY:* As a valued member of the team, the Cook demonstrates a commitment to resident safety by providing quality care in accordance with organization?s vision and mission. Reporting to the Manager of Culinary Services, the Cook is accountable to manage basic aspects of food production, plate presentation and hospitality style dining to meet the dining needs of the residents in accordance with legislative requirements and organization standards. The Cook is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the core values, ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence. *KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:* · Based on menus, sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following standardized recipes. Provides for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities; · Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices; · Completes all necessary documentation (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned; · Complies with all provincial regulations, established food and beverage department policies and procedures and ORCA standards to ensure the department is tour ready; · In the absence of the Manager of Culinary Services, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers; · Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles; · Perform other duties as required. *KEY QUALIFICATIONS:* · Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special event preparation in the hospitality or Retirement home industry; · Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors; · Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift; · Effective verbal and written English communication skills required; · Minimum Grade 12; · Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate; · Smart Serve Certificate is an asset · Previous work experience in retirement is an asset Job Types: Part-time Schedule: 15 Hours biweekly Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $18.00-$18.60 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: * On-site parking Schedule: * Day shift * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person