Full-Time Cook (AbleLiving Services, Binbrook)

Thrive Group Canada • Hamilton, ON

10d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Cook to work with our AbleLiving Binbrook Team at our congregate living program. The Cook is responsible for the safe preparation and service of all food for residents, visitors and staff. The Cook uses standardized recipes, maintains portion control and follows production sheets determining appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. The incumbent is responsible for safe food handling practices and for proper sanitation in keeping with Ontario Regulation 243/84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act. The position is also responsible for providing direction to the Food Service Staff to ensure daily duties are performed in a timely and effective manner.

Requirements

• Completed/obtained a Cook’s diploma from an approved college and/or have the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Classification.
• Possess or be able to obtain the Food Handlers Certificate as offered by Public Health Services within 60 days of employment and renewed every 5 years.
• Practical knowledge and proven skill in institutional quantity cooking/quantity meal preparation.
• Able to read, understand and write in the English language; able to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Able to maintain a clean/sanitary work area.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position which include but are not limited to: standing, shifting, leaning over stoves/grills, reaching, bending, lifting/moving items of variable weights (e.g. roasting pans, cases of food items).
• Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance, be punctual and meet pre-determined deadlines for meal preparation.
• Able to maintain a clean and tidy personal appearance and adhere to relevant health and safety regulations/procedures.
• Access to a vehicle or reliable transportation is required.

Responsibilities

• Safe preparation and service of all food for residents, visitors and staff.
• Use standardized recipes, maintain portion control and follow production sheets.
• Determine appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements.
• Ensure safe food handling practices and proper sanitation in keeping with Ontario Regulation 243/84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Provide direction to Food Service Staff to ensure daily duties are performed in a timely and effective manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree