Temporary FT Cook (MOM Ck2 1.00) AgeCare Monashee Mews

The Opportunity: The Cook works as part of a team in food and nutrition services performing tasks such as ordering, receiving, cooking and presenting meals for residents, families, and staff as appropriate and directed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cooks food items, including texture modified foods, in a timely fashion following production time schedules, prescribed recipes, portions, procedures and guidelines.
2. Participates in meal service as required.
3. May be required to assist with menu development.
4. Prepares food and supply orders as necessary.
5. Ensures proper receiving and storage when needed.
6. Daily cleaning and sweeping floors.
7. Follows proper food handling procedures including maintaining food in a temperature safety zone and initiates corrective action as required.
8. Practices safe and proper use of food service equipment.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 2+ years of cooking experience in a health care environment.
2. Experience in preparing pureed and texture modified foods would be preferred.
3. High School Diploma or equivalent; Red Seal/Certification is considered an asset.
4. Must be fluent in English both verbal and written.
5. Experience working with ovens, steamers, meat slicer, deep fryer, tilt fryer, soup kettle, VCM, robot coupe, etc.
6. Ability to work under minimal supervision and accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment following departmental guidelines.
7. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work efficiently.
8. Regularly demonstrates AgeCare values of Trust, Respect, Quality, and Teamwork.

Internal Posting Closing Date: April 21, 2025

Schedule: (Temporary) Tuesday to Saturday 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM

Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.

Union membership is a condition of employment.

Wage Leveling Salary: $28.01 per hour

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect, and compassion, come join us!