Cook -M Nutrition & Food Services

Trillium Health Partners•Mississauga, ON

17h•CA$28 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada’s largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities. Guided by values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through its strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, the organization is creating a new kind of health care defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities.

Requirements

Grade 12 education and/or equivalent, required
Red Seal certification required
Valid Food Handler Certificate, required
Ability to communicate effectively, read, write and follow instructions
A minimum of three (3) years cooking experience in an institutional food service environment, required
Knowledge of and apply HACCP protocols, required
Be physically capable of performing the essential duties of the job
A positive work and attendance record is essential
Ability to work under minimal supervision to complete assigned tasks
Ability to work as part of a team
Excellent customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cold-plating environment would be an asset

Responsibilities

Prepares and cooks a variety of food items for patient meal assembly as assigned following standardized recipes
Develop standardized recipes and preparation plan for new menu items
Knowledge of safe food handling including tempering methodology
Adheres to recipes, portion sizes and preparation methods as specified.
Maintains clean, safe and sanitary practices and working areas as prescribed
Participates in and adheres to quality and safety audits and standards as per requirements and relevant legislation
Maintains accurate food production records.
Practices safe and proper use of food service equipment.
Provides input for food supply orders.
Identifies maintenance needs and informs Team Leader or submits work orders as appropriate.
Maintains and sanitizes work area and all related equipment.
Knowledge of Combi oven, Blast chiller, soup kettle , steamer, and gas cook range
Performs other related duties as required