Food Service Specialist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Retirement Concepts Full time
About Retirement Concepts

At Retirement Concepts and West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we believe in creating a family-like environment for our residents and staff. We strive to provide an engaging work atmosphere where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Salary Range

We offer a competitive salary range of $45,000 - $60,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Job Description

The Cook 1 reports directly to the Head Chef or designate and is responsible for preparing daily meals for residents, guests, and staff. This role ensures that the changing dietary needs of individuals are met and safe food handling practices are followed.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review menus and production sheets before preparation
  • Ensure proper food handling techniques are used, adhering to food safety regulations
  • Perform daily temperature checks for hot and cold foods
  • Conduct daily audits of refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas, recording findings on a daily audit form
  • Prepare and serve therapeutic or specialty diets according to planned menus
  • Make menu substitutions as needed and record them in the designated Food Substitution Log
  • Coordinate workflow and direct designated staff in meal production, delivery, and cleanup
  • Order and receive consumable items according to established purchasing procedures and policies
  • Maintain inventory levels to minimize spoilage and waste
  • Adhere to service schedules for meals and nourishments
  • Follow production charts, standardized recipes, and daily composite menus while working within a set budget
  • Participate in planning and preparing special occasion and theme meal days
  • Actively participate in new staff orientation, community programs, meetings, committees, and educational in-services
  • Maintain a safe environment for residents, family, and staff through accident prevention, knowledge of emergency procedures, and safe use of supplies and equipment
  • Participate in organizational planning related to Food Services by providing input in menus, implementation, schedules, and other initiatives
  • Required to work collaboratively with all team members and supervisors
Qualifications & Skills
  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Cook's training program or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting
  • Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
  • Knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets
  • Minimum 2-3 years' culinary experience
  • Food Safe Level 1 Certificate; Level 2 an asset
  • Red Seal Certificate preferred
  • Serving it Right certification an asset
  • Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards
  • Some supervisory experience an asset
  • All successful applicants must pass a vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines
  • Demonstrates creativity, attention to detail, and organizational skills with ability to delegate
  • Must be in good health, physically able to perform repetitive tasks, lift up to 50 lbs, squat, bend, stand, and walk as required to perform duties
  • Demonstrates collaborative and team working skills
  • Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions

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