Short Order Cook

Job summary

Prepare and heat or reheat meals, provide meal, cafeteria, and catering service, and perform related cleaning to deliver safe, nutritious food. Follow established food-service practices and organizational standards while using sound judgment and initiative, including when working without an on-site supervisor.

Job details

Req ID: 222543Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital Department: NFS Nutrition & Food Services SSRHType of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 3 CUPE Support PositionPosting Closing Date: 29-Oct-26About the Opportunity Responsible to and under the direction of the Food Service Supervisor, the Food Production Worker is responsible for performing routine assigned duties in meal preparation, heating/reheating of food, meal service, cafeteria and catering service and cleaning related to providing quality, safe and nutritious food as per the food service model to the patients, clients and customers of the facility/community. The Food Production Worker may work in a rural setting where the Food Service Supervisor is accessible (via phone or email) but not physically available. The Food Production Worker will exhibit sound professional judgment and independent thought while working within the framework of the organization. The Food Production Worker ensures that the principles and practices that guide the NSHA such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Grade XII or equivalent Minimum one (1) year experience in cooking and food preparation Successful completion of Food Handlers Course within the past five years Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other staff, clients and management Willingness to learn, accept direction and work effectively in a team environment following established policies and procedures Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to follow written and oral instructions Demonstrated ability to use sound professional judgment, initiative and problem solving skills Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health Physical capabilities to perform duties of the position including heavy lifting; working flexible hours, withstanding the demands of walking and standing during shifts; and working in an environment with heat and temperature fluctuations Travel between sites will be required Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Casual relief, no guaranteed hours Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Compensation and Benefits $23.25 - $25.84 hourlyOnce You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at employeecareeradvice@nshealth.ca.

What you’ll do

Prepare and heat or reheat meals, provide meal, cafeteria, and catering service, and perform related cleaning to deliver safe, nutritious food. Follow established food-service practices and organizational standards while using sound judgment and initiative, including when working without an on-site supervisor.

Requirements

Requires Grade XII or equivalent, at least one year of cooking and food-preparation experience, and successful completion of a Food Handlers Course within the past five years. Candidates must communicate and work effectively with others, follow instructions and procedures, demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving, meet the physical demands of the role, work flexible shifts, and travel between sites.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Cleaning · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cooking
• Food Preparation
• Meal Service
• Cafeteria Service
• Catering
• Food Safety
• Cleaning
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Following Instructions
• Professional Judgment
• Initiative
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Physical Stamina
• Travel Between Sites
• Management
• Leadership
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• French Language
• Interpersonal Communications
• Willingness To Learn
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• Lifting Ability
• Population Health
• Disabilities
• Food Services
• Network File Systems
• Intranet

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Short Order Cook
• Cook
• Fast Food Preparers
• Cooks, Short Order

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