Cook - Long Term Care, Part-Time
About The Position
The Village of Millers Creek has an exciting opportunity for a Cook to join their team. This is a permanent part-time position located at 1401 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax, with an expected start date at the end of August or in September. The hiring/starting wage range for this role is $22.82 - $24.87 per hour based on experience. Schlegel Villages supports its Team Members with competitive salaries and benefits, significant opportunities for growth and development, ongoing team member appreciation incentives, extended health benefits, retirement savings, individualized assistance for team member education and development, loans and scholarships, a financial hardship support program (Wilfred Schlegel Hope Fund), and a unique family culture. At Schlegel Villages, we are redefining elder care through innovation, village design, and culture change, believing that the key to success and resident satisfaction is the team members. We aspire to provide all members of our communities with a life-enriching experience. We are family-owned and operated and are committed to providing holistic healthcare in a home environment that promotes a caring community with an emphasis on optimal health and life purpose for each resident. Schlegel Villages is committed to accommodating individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Equity, diversity, and inclusion are ingrained in the Schlegel Culture, making our Villages more welcoming and vibrant. Everyone is included and respected. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to human connection and strong relationships, and we do not use artificial intelligence in our screening or selection processes.
Requirements
- Certified as an assistant cook, Branch 1, under Regulation 1049.
- Completion of the Food Service Worker Program from a Community College as listed in the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts & Technology Act 2002 or a registered private career College in Ontario.
- Valid Food Safety Awareness Certification. (Ensure certification is uploaded with your resume)
- Has experience preparing large quantities of food, preferably in a health care or long-term care setting.
- Be able to lift up to 35lbs;
Nice To Haves
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets
- Produced food in large quantities, preferably in a hospital or long-term care setting
- Have proven leadership abilities
- Contribute toward a resident-centered care approach ensuring respect and dignity to all residents.
- Worked as a co-operative team member
Responsibilities
- Create exceptional mealtime experiences for our residents and their families through the provision of delicious and well-balanced meals, fostering exemplary relationships with residents and their families while focusing on flexible dining and customer service.
- Follow meal plans in accordance with Physicians orders and nutritional guidelines, and are able to lead other team members in pursuit of a resident-centered dining experience.
- Support and embrace our resident-centered social culture and be proud to deliver the highest quality of service to our residents, visitors, and team members through comprehensive and effective support.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, and benefits
- Significant opportunities for Growth and Development
- Ongoing Team Member Appreciation incentives and rewards and recognition
- Extended Health Benefits & Retirement Savings
- Individualized Assistance for Team Member Education and Development
- Loans and Scholarships to help our team members realize their greatest potential
- Financial Hardship Support Program: Wilfred Schlegel Hope Fund
- A Unique Family Culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
