Cook

**Job Description**:
**Cook**

**Health Services - Long Term Care**

**1 Regular Part Time Position - 32 hours per pay period**

**$29.48 to $31.34/hour**

The Long-Term Care Division requires staff to provide person-centered care to our residents and families following the Butterfly Model of Care. This will ensure high levels of emotional wellbeing and a better quality of life for those living in our homes. Staff are to have emotional intelligence ability to deliver person-centered care in an authentic way that is meaningful to the resident and their family.

We are looking for an **exceptional Cook** that brings excellent customer service to our residents and families, passion and care to the work they do.

**What you'll be doing**:

- Prepare, cook and/or plan menu items as per posted menu and food production schedules
- Directs Dietary Aides in the absence of the supervisor
- Assists in the purchasing, receiving and storage of food and supplies and maintains food records as required
- Understands basic nutrition, special diets, and food safety
- Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles
- Reports Health and Safety hazards
- Maintains good relationships with the residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors

**What we're looking for**:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of a recognized cooking program from an accredited college or trade school
- Red Seal (Cook 2) Certificate of Qualification provided by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities as outlined in The Apprenticeship and Certification Act would be considered an asset
- Must be willing to complete the Food Safety Certification course, as offered by the Public Health Division
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience in quantity/batch cooking as well as fine plating presentation in an institutional or commercial kitchen
- Must have effective oral and written communication skills
- Must be able to communicate appropriately with residents, staff, volunteers and visitors
- Must be able to direct staff in the absence of the Dietary Services Supervisor
- Must be able to participate in the preparation and implementation of a cyclical menu
- Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties
- Long Term Care experience considered an asset

**Location**:Vera Davis, LTC - 80 Allan Drive, Bolton (this location is not accessible via public transportation)

**Interview**:Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.
- ** Vulnerable Sector Police Check**:

- ** TB Skin Testing**:

- ** Fully vaccinated against Covid-19, including the third booster dose for LTC staff**

**As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.**

**As part of the Region’s ongoing commitment to health and safety, there are enhanced Covid-19 specific safety protocols and/or personal protective equipment requirements (e.g. masks, eye protection, etc.) in place to help protect health and safety. The additional requirements are determined based on the nature of the work being carried out.**

**_Human Rights Code. If you are not fully vaccinated_**
**, a documented medical reason provided by a physician or registered nurse and time period for the medical reason may be accepted.**

About Us:
The Region of Peel serves more than 1.4 million residents and approximately 173,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. We deliver a wide range of resident focused services across the Region.

Our 20-year vision for Peel is “Community for Life.” Our goal is to create a place where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities needed to thrive in each stage of their lives. Our 2015-2035 Strategic Plan outlines the work we're focused on to bring this vision to life.

To learn more about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca.

Additional Information:
The Region of Peel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.