Cook (Pt)

**Scope of Position**:
The Cook is responsible for producing meals for residents and guests using production checks and standardized recipes. The Cook will assist in the food ordering process for the home.

**Must be bilingual (French & English)**

**Must be willing to commute (3140 Gendron Road, Hammond, ON K0A 2A0)**

**Job Information**:
**Schedule**:

- 9:15 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
- 2 days per week and working every second weekend (6 total shifts bi-weekly)

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepares meals for residents and guests ensuring dietary needs are met.
- Ensures residents are satisfied with all aspects of food preparation and presentation.
- Provides direction and support to the dining services staff.
- Participates as a member of the dining services team and provides support to the other members of the services team.
- Maintains an awareness of food inventory and takes the appropriate steps to minimize waste.
- Prepares and presents meals and food for special events in a manner that promotes a positive image and reputation to the public at large.
- Complies with all food preparation standards and health and safety requirements.
- Performs audits and reports anomalies in accordance with established policies, procedures and licensing regulations.
- Cleans dishes, pots & pans, all cooking equipment after meal service
- Empties dishwasher and puts away clean dishes in their appropriate place
- Operates and cleans food production equipment and food preparation areas.

**Qualifications**:
**Education/Experience**:

- Previous experience in a volume food preparation environment in the Health Care or Hospitality industries.
- Food Safe Certificate (required).
- First Aide Certification (Asset).
- Must have a working knowledge of special diets.