Cook Casual AgeCare Riverview

About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. The Opportunity: The Cook reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. What You Will Do: * To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. * To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively. * To ensure use of proper food handling techniques; * To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form. * To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget. * To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures. * To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days. * To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions. * To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it. * To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; * To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures. What You Will Need: * Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate * Red Seal Certificate preferred * Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting * Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating * Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets * Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift * Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset * Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

Responsible for the preparation and delivery of all meals for residents, guests, and employees while following standardized recipes and budgets. Ensures compliance with food safety regulations and participates in quality improvement and special meal planning.

Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and have experience in large-scale food preparation, preferably in healthcare. A Red Seal Certificate and a current Vulnerable Sector Check are required or preferred.

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• Large Quantity Food Preparation
• Food Handling
• Therapeutic Diets
• Menu Planning
• Temperature Auditing
• Budget Management
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Resident Care

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Trades

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week