Cook (Casual) - Magnolia Gardens

Job summary

The Cook is responsible for the daily preparation, production, and presentation of high-quality menu items while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards. They also act as a lead for food production in the absence of the Executive Chef and contribute creative recipe ideas based on resident feedback.

Job details

Looking for a job where you can contribute to the sum of human happiness and truly make a difference? Join us! We're crafting a purposeful, happy and vibrant seniors' community where our residents and employees flourish together. Magnolia Gardens has been a respected leader in senior living in Langley since 2001, offering both independent living and private long-term care. We are part of Bria Communities, a local, private company that operates four vibrant retirement communities in Langley and Tsawwassen. WHO ARE YOU? You want to work for a company that sees people of all ages as valuable individuals, not just numbers, clients or patients. Your values include: Acting with respect to people of all ages, but especially older adults Providing elevated customer services that put seniors' needs, comfort, and dignity first Being a supportive and collaborative team member who contributes your skills and knowledge to create purposeful, happy and vibrant senior communities. Leading the way by taking initiative, always improving, and bringing positivity to work with you every day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM Competitive wages Flexible schedules Discounted employee meals Career growth and development opportunities We’re locally owned and operated Shifts: 6:30am - 3:00pm or 10:30am - 7:00pm Summary Reporting to the Manager, Culinary Services/Executive Chef or designate, the Cook is responsible for producing high quality, great tasting and well presented food every day following recipes and menus set by the Executive / Sous Chef. Has a passion for using fresh ingredients and creatively contributing to the culinary teams goals and objectives. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of menu items and will maintain the Bria Cuisine standard of food quality and service. Operates cooking equipment in a safe and proper manner. Checks equipment and cooking area after use to ensure safety requirements are maintained. Ensures equipment is maintained in a proper working order and reports any hazards to management. Ensures safety and hygiene practices/procedures are adhered to and assists in maintaining quality assurance standards that comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations. Act as the lead for food production in the absence of the Executive Chef or Manager to ensure seamless department operations. Maintains a current knowledge of company policies and procedures and commits to, and executes the Bria Cuisine standards. Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among management, employees, residents and the public. Actively contributes recipe and menu ideas to the Chef, thinking creatively and in response to resident feedback. Ensure residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained, except in the proper operation of the business. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Education & Experience Diploma from a recognized culinary school preferred Experience in a recognized establishment required Food Safe Certificate Red Seal Certificate is a definite asset Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, guests, volunteers and employees. Able to work independently with a minimum of supervision Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment Communicates effectively, organize the departmental operations, and supervise subordinates when acting as lead hand Passionate about fresh ingredients and producing great food every day Fluent in written and oral English. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have the stamina to be on their feet for up to 8 hours Safely and efficiently operate all equipment required for the position's duties. MAG1

What you’ll do

The Cook is responsible for the daily preparation, production, and presentation of high-quality menu items while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards. They also act as a lead for food production in the absence of the Executive Chef and contribute creative recipe ideas based on resident feedback.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in a recognized culinary establishment and possess a Food Safe Certificate, with a Red Seal Certificate considered a definite asset. The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for up to 8 hours, and communicate effectively in English.

Benefits

• Competitive wages • Flexible schedules • Discounted employee meals • Career growth and development opportunities

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Food preparation
• Menu planning
• Culinary arts
• Food safety
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Multitasking
• Team collaboration
• Customer service
• Communication
• Time management
• Inventory management
• Hygiene standards
• Health And Safety Standards
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Tactfulness
• Patience
• Physical Stamina
• Lifting Ability
• Red Seal Certification
• Positivity
• Management
• Customer Service
• Confidentiality
• Cooking
• Long-Term Care
• Operations
• Proactivity
• Quality Assurance
• Recipes
• Senior Living

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Line Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant