Working Chef

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE
This position will be responsible for kitchen management including food prep, staffing, inventory needs as per menu planning and determined budgets.

**HOURS - Monday - Friday**: 0900 - 1830

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports and is accountable to the Bedford Manor Program Manager or their designate
- Function as a multi-disciplinary team member
- Establish and maintain good interpersonal relations with residents, staff, visitors and volunteers, by displaying tact, courtesy and patience.
- Respect and maintain the spirit, dignity and individuality of residents and their families.
- Liaises with the staff and managers of Connective as necessary.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Practice the highest standard of food preparation.
- Perform all duties in relation to the preparation and distribution of food.
- Ensure that food is prepared in accordance with dietary requirements of licensing bodies and resident preferences.
- Assist in menu planning for resident meals, and the planning and preparation of food for special functions, frozen meals, etc.
- Solicit feedback from residents through quarterly meetings and comment cards.
- Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness and safety of work areas, storage, coolers, freezers, equipment and work surfaces.
- Safely and efficiently operate all equipment associated with the duties of the position.
- Check, receive and restock supplies, and place or check orders as required.
- Maintain food rotation in storage to minimize waste.
- Assist in dishwashing, cleaning, and in the dining room as required.
- Report any situations that may be considered unsafe or a health risk.
- Responsible for program planning and quality improvement exercises including audits in both food and service.
- Perform other related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
- Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
- Carry out significant amounts of lifting, bending, stooping and stretching.
- Work within a social model approach
- Adhere to Connective policies and procedures.
- Attend staff in-service and continuing education programs and approved work-related conferences and seminars.
- Be available to work flexible hours during the daytime, evenings, and weekends based on operational needs and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Chef training program
- Experience to inventory control and food storage procedures
- Flexibility to prepare nutritious and appealing meals in response to changing preferences of resident.
- Experience in a restaurant setting or long-term care facility.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Criminal Records Checks
- Food Safe Level 1 & 2
- WHMIS
- Annual Flu Vaccination
- Complete immunization history
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Recent TB skin test results

**COMPENSATION**: $24.94 per hour (Wage levelling in effect. Assisted Living wage grids starts at $21.17 + HEABC wage top-up = $24.94)

WHAT WE OFFER?
- Committed Living Wage Employer
- Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
- Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
- Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
- Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
- Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION