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Second Cook, Full Time
Second Cook, Full Time
Second Cook
About the role
Second Cook
Aspira Astoria Retirement Living - Port Coquitlam, BC Rate of Pay: $20.57/hr This posting is for an existing vacancy.
This is a Permanent Part-Time position.
Schedule
- Sun 6:00AM-2:00PM
- Mon 10:30AM-7:00PM
If you’re passionate about leading a team that is, committed to the Team Member
Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!
The Second Cook is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the
lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members.
As a Second Cook, your typical day will impact the following ways
- Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following recipes or directions. Ensures food is served at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities.
- Inspects food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices; Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers.
- Completes all necessary documentation/ audits (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned.
- Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Executive Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Executive Chef or First Cook.
- Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action.
- Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members.
- In the absence of the First Cook, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers.
- Advises Executive Chef of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports.
- Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents.
- To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
Must haves
- Minimum (1) one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry.
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency.
- Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
- All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check.
Bonus points for having
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Some post-secondary training from a recognized institution in food preparation.
Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue
to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess
applicants for this position.
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion
in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
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About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.