Casual Cook

TOR Properties•Three Hills, AB

2d•CA$20 - CA$20•Onsite

About The Position

A rewarding opportunity to use your culinary skills in a meaningful, resident-focused setting! Chateau Three Hills is a vibrant, supportive retirement residence located in the community of Three Hills, Alberta. Our residents value the sense of security and comfort that comes with living in a safe place where their needs are always supported by our skilled and dedicated team. If you are passionate about cooking, creating positive dining experiences, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, we would love to hear from you. As a Cook, you will play an important role in preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals that support resident health, comfort, and enjoyment. Working under the direction of the Chef, General Manager, or designate, you will help ensure food service excellence while supporting daily kitchen operations, food safety, and resident satisfaction. Your role is pivotal in championing exemplary food service delivery that enhances the quality of life and peace of mind for residents and their guests.

Requirements

Food Safe - Level II certification is required.
Experience in volume cooking, preferably in a restaurant environment.
Solid understanding of customer centred service provision consistent with the intent and philosophy of assisted living and in support of exemplary service delivery.
Ability to organize and prepare nutritious and appealing meals with minimal supervision and respond to the changing needs and preferences of residents.
Interest and motivation to enhance cooking and kitchen management skills under the direction of a Chef.
Using proper judgement in terms of food preparation and safety.
Knowledge of provincial health, sanitation, and safety regulations.

Nice To Haves

Formal culinary training is an asset.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Chef or Designate, prepare nourishing, varied, and balanced meals and snacks using standardized recipes and a rotating cyclical menu plan.
Help ensure residents receive high-quality food service that meets corporate standards and dietary guidelines.
Support daily kitchen operations, including food storage, inventory control, and safe food handling procedures.
Follow safe food-handling protocols, policies, and procedures when preparing meals, serving food, cleaning tables, and washing dishes to maintain a safe and positive dining experience for residents and their guests.
Collaborate with the dietician, under the direction of the General Manager or Designate and in accordance with resident service plans, to support special diets and therapeutic meal requirements.
Prepare daily snacks, baked goods, and beverages.
Work with site leadership to engage residents in meal and snack preparation as part of the assisted living recreational program while maintaining Food Safe practices.
In the Chef's absence, facilitate informal meetings, such as "Chef's Club," to discuss food preparation, meal planning, and dining services.
Build positive relationships with residents, gather feedback regarding food choices, and help drive continuous improvement in food quality and service.
Participate in food service evaluations, quality improvement initiatives, kitchen and dining room audits, and budget adherence activities.
Maintain kitchen equipment and small wares in good working order and report equipment concerns or replacement needs to the Chef or Designate.
Take direction from the Chef and consistently follow safe food and kitchen practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.