Cook

Ledgehill Treatment and Recovery Centre, part of the Edgewood Health Network, is a nationally recognized, accredited Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Centre, with a 35-year history of serving Canadians from across the country. Ledgehill is currently recruiting for **a Part Time Cook** **to join the interprofessional program including psychiatry, family medicine, psychotherapy, occupational therapy and nutrition. This is an exciting opportunity to join a seasoned, interprofessional team that is focused on quality care, by using best practice treatment, teamwork and respect.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
The Cook is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient and consistent manner. The Cook must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace and follow all safety procedures.

**Job Duties**:

- Perform food preparation and presentation duties, for all cold items in the kitchen, including washing, chopping, dicing, and carving fruits and vegetables.
- Follow any and all recipes;
- Ensure the proper use of scales and measurements in all recipes, portioning, and food production;
- Assist with the preparation and planning for service;
- Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
- Maintain product consistency by regularly conducting inspections of portions, and the appearance of food items;
- Prepare dishes for patients with food allergies or intolerances.
- Ensure that cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in the kitchen areas including refrigerators, storerooms, and food preparation and production stations and that food products are rotated to ensure high standards of freshness;
- Ensure food is stored in appropriate containers and labelled; minimizing waste and maximizing quality;
- Strive to uphold a safe working environment and be health and safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining and improving a safe work environment;
- Report any maintenance issues or health and safety incidents.
- Adhere to all guidelines, policies, rules and regulations;
- Perform other related duties as required.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 5 year of cooking experience required.
- Certified food handler certificate required
- Demonstrated knowledge of food quality, production, sanitation and presentation required.
- Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.
- Effective communication skills.
- Highly effective teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail in all areas of work.
- Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision.
- Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.