Cook (Casual)

At Millennium Trail Manor, we embrace and celebrate the process of aging by providing quality long term care that is adapted to each of our unique and special residents. Our goal is to make each resident feel welcomed and at home. We encourage and promote living each day to its fullest with inspiration and opportunities. We provide all levels of care for persons with physical, cognitive and social disabilities.

Becoming an employee at Millennium Trail Manor means that you can also post internally to the other three locations within the same bargaining unit in our Burling & Niagara homes.

The Cook, under the guidance and supervision of the Food Service Nutrition Manager (FSNM) and the Dietitian is responsible for preparing and serving quality meals that are safe, appetizing and nutritious and assisting the FSNM in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the dietary services.
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- **Dietary Cook**

Rate of Pay: $22.52-25.53 as per collective agreement
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- **Responsibilities of the Cook**:

- In coordination with the FSNM and Dietitian the cook is responsible to:

- Direct dietary functions in the absence of the FSNM.
- Assist in the development of an organized program of dietary services to meet resident needs and provide safe and acceptable nutritious meals.
- Implement policies and procedures to provide direction for staff
- Provide orientation and training for new staff so that they know and understand requirements and expectations of the job.
- Conduct regular performance reviews on Dietary Aides by providing input and feedback.
- Coordinate dietary requirements for functions in other departments including resident council, family council and special events.
- Ensure that food preparation and distribution is done in a safe, efficient manner that maintains food quality and temperatures.
- Ensure that food samples are taken at each meal and kept for 3 days.
- Plan, develop and post menus that meet the guidelines and requirements, recommended nutrient intake and ensure a variety of foods are offered.
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- **Requirements of the Cook**:

- Experience as a Cook in a Long Term Care or large-scale cooking operation.
- Red Seal Cook or Cook certification from a recognized college required.
- Sanitation or food safety awareness courses/certificates required.
- Supervisory experience is an asset.
- Course in gerontology is an asset.

**Job Demands of the Cook**:

- Constant standing and walking, frequent turning, stooping, bending/twisting and lifting while moving equipment and while performing other related tasks.
- Finger and hand dexterity required
- Must be able to work knowing that errors may result in serious consequences for residents and staff. Must possess initiative and good judgement. Must possess strong time management skills and be able to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
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- Millennium Trail Manor is an equal opportunity employer. We abide by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request throughout the recruitment process._

**Job Types**: Permanent, Casual

Pay: $22.52-$25.53 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Cooking: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person