Prep Cook

Overview:
What’s the difference between a job and a meaningful, rewarding career? The people you serve. When you work at Atria, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life.

**Responsibilities**:
Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals.
- Provide a high level of customer service.
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
- Maintain kitchen in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
- Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
- Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
- Assist cook with preparation and presentation of meals and snacks in accordance to company recipe and production guides.
- Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
- Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
- Assist cooks as requested.
- Adhere to standard food safety practices.
- Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
- Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
- May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
- Effectively read, write and communicate in English with residents and other employees.
- Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
- Able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
- Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.