Cook - Future and Ongoing Opportunities

COOK 

This is a continuous posting based on operational need and will be used to create an eligibility list to fill upcoming opportunities within the next twelve months. The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time.  The positions are casual and temporary. 

SALARY 

$28.58  per hour 

This position is a unionized roles with CUPE Local 905 Long Term Care

WHAT WE OFFER   

DEFINED BENEFIT PENSIONS PROGRAM - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. 

DISCOUNTS AND INCENTIVES - Enjoy corporate discounts from a variety of local businesses, such as, gyms and fitness studios, Canada's Wonderland, Telus or Rogers phone plans and the Personal or Cooperators insurance. Don't forget to take advantage of our Apple Employee Purchasing program

EMPLOYER OF CHOICE - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.

BENEFITS AND WELLNESS - A healthcare spending account of $1,750.   Access to 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).  For Casual roles: 4% and 10% in lieu of vacation and benefits on all paid hours.

INCLUSIVE AND DIVERSE WORKPLACE - Creating an environment which recognizes and celebrates all dimensions of diversity and inclusion.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for performing food preparation and production functions; ensuring standards are met in accordance with Ministry of Health LTC Standards, Health Protection and Promotions Act, The Occupational Health & Safety Act and Departmental Policy..

QUALIFICATIONS

•    Successful completion of a Chef training or Culinary Management diploma from a vocational or trade school or community college or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. 

•    Minimum three (3) years experience in a related position of a large institutional or commercial establishment providing a full range of culinary services including experience working with  therapeutic menus, scratch cooking and bulk decentralized food service.

•    Valid Food Safety Certification ( Food Safety Training).

•    Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Checks (PVSC).

•    Knowledge of and ability to operate institutional and job related food service tools and equipment. 

•    Knowledge of the Sanitation Code, Health Protection and Promotions Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act and MOHLTC guidelines as related to food and nutrition service.

•    Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self-management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability.  

•    Demonstrated basic computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and the ability to receive and respond to emails. 

•    Good interpersonal and communication skills to work within a diverse community and ability to deal empathetically with residents, family members, etc., to contribute to their well-being.

•    Ability to work effectively independently or as a part of a team.

•    Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

•    Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs and to withstand long periods of walking, standing and frequent bending and twisting.

•    Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required, and to work a variety of shifts.

•    As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act