Assistant Cook

1 week ago


Brandon, Canada Extendicare Full time

Job Description


Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 team members are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Candidates are invited to apply for the above position to work at our Hillcrest Place home located in Brandon, MB.

The Assistant Cook works under the supervision of the Food Services Manager. He/she prepares and serves all foodstuffs for residents and staff according to the menu, standardized recipe and meal guide exercising due regard for sanitation and quality. He/she assumes ‘in charge’ responsibility in the temporary absence of the Head Cook and FSM.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Understand and support the Resident Bill of Rights.
Responsible for the production of the menu adhering to standardized recipe, and meal guide.
Responsible for the service, quality and attractive presentation of the meals to residents, guests and staff. Observing resident preferences through suitable alternative choices.
Understanding and ensuring that the needs of residents on therapeutic diets and/or modified consistencies are met.
Ensuring that correct sanitation processes are used in the food production cycle and through completion of the planned sanitation program for the department.
Participate in resident satisfaction through CQI auditing and involvement in the departmental CQI process.
Understand and communicate safety/WHMIS issues and participate in regular emergency procedure exercises.
Participate in department, RC team meetings and others as directed and provide information to department.
Ensure the maintenance of effective relationships with residents and staff inside the department and throughout the facility.
Perform other related duties as requested by the Food Services Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade XII, preferred, and graduate of Red Seal Certificate Program or

Grade XII, preferred, with written/verbal English language competency, and basic mathematical skills. Level I - Red Seal Certificate Program or a minimum of 1 year’s work experience in institutional cooking. Experience with therapeutic diets is an asset.
All Dietary Department staff must present a Foodsafe – Level I Certificate within 6 months of employment date.

Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and make decisions.
Computer skills are an asset.

A thorough knowledge of practical cookery, baking and sanitation practices in the institutional setting.

Hand/eye co-ordination, visual, hearing acuity and fine motor skills to perform duties.
Physical ability to perform duties including extensive standing, walking, lifting (up to 20 kgs.) and rotation movement of shoulder/elbow.
Ability to perform job safely and without causing personal injury.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions, minimal supervision and to a defined time.

Time Type:

Part timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.


If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare


Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.


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