Cook, Hospice Services - Full-time

VON Canada (Ontario)•Clarington, ON

8d•CA$18 - CA$19•Onsite

About The Position

Marigold Residence Hospice provides specialized care and services with a patient-centered approach. Patients and families are intimately involved in creating their own plan of care which best addresses their unique needs. Our specialized hospice team works together, with other community partners and service providers to provide full support and quality hospice palliative care. Working within an interdisciplinary care team with the goal to provide comfort care and the management of pain and other symptoms. The Cook is responsible for performing food preparation and cooking duties within specific nutritional guidelines as required for daily meal preparation for palliative care patients residing. Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of one year of experience in food preparation in hospitality or healthcare industry.
Ability to read, prepare and plan menus.
Ability to prepare meals within time deadlines required.
Knowledge of proper food handling, cooking to specific nutritional guidelines, temperature control, good hygiene and quality control are all required
Capable of lifting moderate weight (e.g., food items or supplies) and carrying them short distances required
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with patients, staff and volunteers.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Diplomas from a culinary school will be an advantage.
Previous experience working in palliative term care environment is an asset.
Food Handler's Certificate preferred
Food Service Worker certificate preferred
Ability to speak French is an asset in French Designated areas.

Responsibilities

Prepares food in accordance with the approved menu, current standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Maintains quality of food served, quantity prepared and sanitation of food preparation area.
Familiar with the specific needs of clients e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations
Ensures ordering of required ingredients and supplies.
Assists with the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control.
Ensures all supplies are stored, labelled, and rotated properly.
Maintains, clean, neat and safe working environment.
Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc.
Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department.
Ensures kitchen appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization as per Public Health Standards.
Observes problems, concerns, issues observed with food service and communicates them appropriately.
Adheres to all established policies and procedures.
Promotes the goals and values of VON and their role as an integrated community care provider.
Promotes a safe and healthy workplace ensuring workplace conduct and activities are in accordance with the provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and compliant with the VON Safety Management System, including all Policies, Safe Work Practices and Procedures.
Abides by all VON policies and work practices.
Abides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their role.
Works in collaboration with other staff in a team approach to service delivery.