Cook Ft

**Bargaining Unit: UNIFOR-HRM**

**Status: Full Time**

**Department: Nutrition and Food Services**

**Site: Hogarth Riverview Manor**

**Shifts: Days/Evenings including weekends**

**Location: Thunder Bay, ON**

**Rate of Pay: $22.40 - $23.80 per hour**

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**Qualifications**:

- Successfully completed chef training or culinary management diploma (as per Long Term Care Homes Act Regulation #76)
- Licensed as a Cook in the province - Red Seal Certification required
- Food Safety Certificate by Public Health (current within the last 3 years)
- Prior experience in large quantity cooking, preferably in a healthcare facility
- Knowledgeable about the Canada Food Guide and therapeutic diets
- Familiarity with the Public Health Food Premises Act, the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
- Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write English and to follow written instructions, standardized recipes, production charts and therapeutic menus
- Effective planning, organizing, time management and problem-solving skills
- Previous experience with menu planning and costing, and computerized inventory management
- Catering and baking experience an asset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be in good physical condition and be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including ability to safely lift and transfer hot heavy objects (up to 15 kg) and to stand for long periods of time
- Demonstrated regular attendance at work

**CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT**
- This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.

**_St. Joseph's Care Group is committed to providing high quality client-centred care by building a respectful and inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. Individuals who speak a second language including French, Finnish, Italian, Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, etc. are encouraged to apply. _**

**_Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process._**
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