Assistant Cook

3 weeks ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Job Opening**

**CUPE 1263**

**Job Title**:

- Assistant Cook (8) NP-AC02**Job Opening Id**:

- 38750**# Required**:

- 1**Business Unit**:

- Community Services**Division**:

- Long Term Care Homes**Location**:
- Northland Pointe**Standard Hours**:

- 8.00 / week**Full/Part Time**:

- Part-Time**Regular/Temporary**:
- Regular**Salary Grade**:

- 11**Salary Range**:

- $ 24.59 - $ 25.11**Post Date**:

- 2024-05-09**Close Date**:

- 2024-05-15**Division**:
Long Term Care Homes

**About Us**:
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region’s amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region. However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction. The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
Assists the Cook to provide resident-focused food service in the Long Term Care Home, Prepares, cooks and portions meals and snacks in compliance with therapeutic diet needs and restrictions. With the aid of recipes and menus, performs general and specialized cooking at the Long Term Care Home, maintaining high standards of quality production that meets the nutritional needs of the residents under the direction of the Food Services Supervisor and/or Nutrition Manager. Relieves and assumes the duties of the Cook as required. Works according to and maintains all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**EDUCATION**:

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, plus an Assistant Cook (415B), Cook (415A), Institutional Cook (415D) certification program, Chef Training, Culinary Management, Food & Nutrition Management diploma, degree or certificate, or, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience as permitted by the applicable legislation/Act;
- If currently enrolled in an accepted program, completion within the timeframe prescribed by legislation/Act
- For Cooks, Red Seal certification is an asset but not required
- A current Safe Food Handling Certificate as required by legislation/Act
- Additional related training or education such as gerontology, nutrition, sanitation, etc. are assets

**KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE**:

- Minimum of 1 month of current direct institutional cooking experience
- Knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, food storage, and safekeeping
- Safety and fire regulation awareness
- Should have knowledge of safety and fire regulation awareness
- Must have a clear understanding of relevant policies, procedures, legislation, regulations and best practices applicable to the long-term care and food service sectors, including Canada's Food Guide To Healthy Eating, Ontario Food Premises Regulation, Food Safety Code of Practise, etc.
- Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English

**SKILLS**:

- Ability to work co-operatively with staff and residents
- High standards of cleanliness, quality and order
- Well organized and have acceptable pace to meet time schedules
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be able to exercise judgement and initiative
- Willingness to train and upgrade knowledge/skills

**SPECIAL CONDITIONS**:

- In accordance with the Corporate Policy and applicable Legislation/Regulation(s), the position requires the incumbent to undergo a

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