Cook I

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $27.56 - $27.56 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
If you are someone who is looking for a challenge that is equally as rewarding, then this might be the opportunity for you. We are currently looking for a **Casual Cook I**to join our Food & Nutrition Services team at Queen’s Park Care Centre located in **New Westminster, B.C.** We hire great people for excellent jobs and need your help to expand our ability to deliver prompt and professional services.

**Come work with us**

Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

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Detailed Overview:
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, utilizing a variety of cooking methods such as frying, roasting, grilling, steaming, poaching, baking and boiling, prepare items by following established menus, recipes and production requirements for such food products and diet items as soups, sauces, meats, fish, poultry, desserts. Prepare, portion and service food items for residents, clients, cafeteria and catering as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assemble required types and amounts of ingredients and the equipment required for cooking, utilizing a variety of cooking methods such as frying, roasting, grilling, steaming, poaching, baking and boiling, prepare items by following established menus, recipes and production requirements for food products and diet items such as soups, sauces, meats, fish, poultry, desserts.
- Following established cooking schedules, ensure optimum freshness, minimize holding times and meet established resident/staff meal periods.
- Test food items for palatability, temperature and adjusts accordingly to ensure the food items meet established departmental standards.
- Control portioning of food items to ensure recipe yields meet quantity quotas as per production sheets.
- Maintain appropriate food storage to minimize spoilage and waste. Ensure correct labelling and dating of stored foods, including leftover food.
- According to established guidelines, assign tasks to designated food service workers and provide orientation as required.
- Prepare food items such as vegetables, fruits and sandwich fillings by slicing, dicing, grating and mixing. Portion and serve food products for residents, clients, cafeteria and catering as required.
- Order and receive supplies as instructed.
- Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:
**Education and Experience**

Graduation from a recognized program in quantity cooking; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current Food Safe I certificate.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.