Third Cook

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**General Information**:
**ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE**: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

- Photos
- Any certificates that have photo identification
- Driver’s licences
- Police records checks

**ACCOMMODATION**: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

**PRIVACY**:Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866

Application forms must reference the competition number and be submitted to Human Resources by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.

**Job Description**:
***: Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Food & Nutrition Services, or designate is responsible for the preparation of foods, including baking for residents, staff, patrons, special functions and Meals on Wheels.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Responsible for preparation and cooking of regular and therapeutic foods.
- Ensures the correct portioning and attractive presentation of foods.
- Participates in the development and maintenance of standardized recipes.
- Responsible for sanitary food handling and proper storage of foods.
- Ensures cleanliness of work areas.
- Responsible for Catering Service.
- Assists in requisitioning supplies.
- Participates in meetings to discuss food/menu related matters.
- Provides courteous and tactful customer service to residents, families, staff, visitors and other patrons.
- Participates in fire drills, evacuations and other safety measures.
- Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
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**Education/Experience**:

- Successful completion of an Ontario Apprenticeship program for the certified trade of Cook, together with a minimum of 2 years experience in an institutional kitchen;
- Successful completion of the food handler training program as mandated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

**Skills/Abilities**:

- A genuine understanding of the needs of the elderly is required
- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Demonstrated ability to practice good lifting and safety and sanitation techniques
- Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

**Assets**:

- A demonstrated ability in leadership skills and supervision is an asset

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:

- Must be willing to work shift work, including weekends and holidays
- Must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at point of conditional offer
- Prior to commencing employment, will be required to review and attest/affirm to all Pioneer Ridge Staff Immunization Policies
- Must pass work fitness test
- Must undergo a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
- Must have successfully undergone a "two step" tuberculosis skin test within the 12 months prior to employment
- Prior to commencing employment, must undergo a successful Offence & Professional Misconduct Declaration Process
- Must successfully complete all mandatory training as required by the Corporation on an annual basis