Cook's Helper AgeCare Mount Ida Mews

AgeCare • Salmon Arm, BC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook's Helper is responsible for performing a variety of preparation duties in a traditional institutional kitchen in accordance with production schedules and standardized recipes in accordance with accepted safety and food handling policies and procedures with an overall focus towards implementing quality and quantity food standards and controls as established for the Department.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Certification in a nationally recognized food service safety program.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Food Safe Certification Level 1.
• 2 years of experience as a Cook/Assistant in a Healthcare environment
• Experience working with Juice dispenser, Dish Machine, Steam tables, Chemical Dispenser, Knives, Ovens, Mixer, and other kitchen equipment.
• Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.
• Union membership is a condition of employment.
• AgeCare requires all new employees to produce a clear Vulnerable Record Search prior to starting work.

Responsibilities

• Assists Cook in preparing food items in a timely fashion following production time schedules, prescribed recipes, portions, procedures, and guidelines.
• Assists in meal service as required relating to beverage and meal service, plating of food, clearing, and cleaning of dining rooms etc.
• Assists in regular and modified foods as directed to meet resident diet modifications and recipe compliance.
• Maintains and sanitizes work area and all related equipment.
• Follow cleaning schedule.
• Follows proper food handling procedures including maintaining food in a temperature safety zone.
• Maintains established AgeCare policies, procedures, and objectives for quality assurance and safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED