Cook Level 1

2 weeks ago


Peterborough, Canada Peterborough Retirement Residence Full time

Are you an individual that has a passion for making a difference?
- At Peterborough Retirement Residence, we are passionate about providing compassionate care for families' loved ones, where the residents of our home come before anything else. Our values follow a ‘People’ focused philosophy, Participation ~ Excellence ~ Openness ~ Performance ~ Longevity ~ Efficient Use of Resources. This philosophy can be seen in every aspect and level of our home.
- A day in the role of a Cook at Peterborough Retirement Residence.
- As a Cook at Peterborough Retirement Residence, you will be given high expectations, as well as an expectation to continue personal growth and professional growth. In this position, you will be gifted with a rewarding experience every day in the form of being able to see the exact impact you place on our residents.

Essential Duties are the technical skills and knowledge that an employee requires in order to perform their role. Below is detailed information on the required Essential Duties for your position:
- Preparation of high-quality, nutritious meals according to the menu plan and the requirements of the RHA,-
- Plates all meals and ensures Resident food preferences are respected,-
- Keeps the kitchen area and equipment clean,-
- Maintains a safe working environment,-
- assists in the FIFO process of food and supply products-
- Works collaboratively with all Food Services and other departments associates,- Other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications
- At Peterborough Retirement Residence, we take pride in our employees, so your qualifications are important to us. We use them to get to know you and see if we are a good fit for each other. The qualifications needed to join our family at Peterborough Retirement Residence are as follows:
- Certification in Food Preparation designation from an accredited school,-
- Minimum 5 years or related experience in retirement, hospital or hotel setting in volume food preparation,-
- Knowledge of special and therapeutic diets,-
- Familiar with weights and measurements, recipe conversion and portion control,-
- Completion of Safe Food Handlers Certification course,-
- Knowledge of Ontario Food Premises Regulation and Canada’s Food Guide,-
- Ability to work within and promote a team environment,-
- Must enjoy working with Residents,-
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written,-
- Must be able to read, write and understand English,-
- Highly organized and able to work independently,-
- Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results less than 6 months old, and must be able to provide three supervisory references.- How to apply?
- Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references. We look forward to speaking with you, and making every moment count


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