Cook (PPT) (SEIU 5.26) (Up to 2) Repost

Norfolk County•Simcoe, ON

11d•CA$27 - CA$29•Onsite

About The Position

As a Cook at Norview Lodge, you’ll prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs, ensuring a safe and enjoyable dining experience. Your work will directly support resident health, well‑being, and quality of life within a collaborative care environment.

Requirements

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
Chef Training or Culinary Management Diploma or Certificate by a College established under the Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology Act
Must maintain current Food Handlers’ Certification (as per Public Health)
Familiarity with operation of telephone system and institutional kitchen equipment
Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act

Nice To Haves

Previous relevant experience in a long term care setting preferred
Resident and customer service focus
Good communication skills (both oral and written)
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Must be committed to a common purpose, performance goals and approach
Creativity in the plating and preparation/ presentation of attractive and appetizing meals
Commitment to quality food production and service and on-going quality monitoring and improvement
Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents

Responsibilities

Provide direction to dietary staff in the absence of the Supervisor
In consultation with Nutritional Services Supervisor, reviews menus, cooking schedules, modified diet preparation, use of leftovers, etc.
Estimates food needs and requisitions supplies, suggests menu or recipe changes, check stock and be aware of any shortages that might result in a change of menu
Cook food according to the standard recipes and portion servings as per menu combinations as well as specific resident meal plans
Refer to menu and assist in preparing a list of products that need to be ordered
Inspect food including meats in storage, refrigerators, and freezers
Direct the sanitary maintenance of storage rooms, units, stoves, work tables and equipment
To participate as a team member in providing Resident centered care and service
Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation, including compliance with Public Health standards and Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care regulations
Participate in in-service educational opportunities
Maintain an awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; participate in drills and associated educational opportunities
To be aware of and comply with all Corporate and facility policies and procedures
Adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routine and additional practices as required
Orientate new staff and student placements as required
Confidentiality is of extreme importance and must always be maintained
Perform other duties as assigned