Prep Cook

Sienna Senior Living • Waterloo, IA

29d • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Prep Cook is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives
of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

This is a Permanent Part-Time position with 30 hours bi-weekly.

Schedule Rotation:

Week 1:

Sun OFF
Mon 11:00am-7:00pm
Tues OFF
Wed OFF
Thurs OFF
Fri OFF
Sat 11:00am-7:00pm

Week 2:

Sun 11:00am-7:00pm
Mon OFF
Tues OFF
Wed OFF
Thurs OFF
Fri 11:00am-7:00pm
Sat OFF

As a Prep Cook your typical day will impact in the following ways:

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special.
• Event preparation in the Hospitality or Retirement Residences industry.
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Must possess good public relations and communication skills.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence.
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for the majority of the shift.
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Applicable to Ontario applicants.

Nice To Haves

• Smart Serve Certificate is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Preparing food and ingredients following standardized recipes.
• Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities under the direct guidance of a Cook or Chef.
• Receiving, checking and storing food and supply deliveries in accordance with food safety standards, Health and Safety standards and prescribed practices.
• Monitoring quality and quantity of food supplies received and advising the Cook or Chef on duty of problems.
• Reporting food, supply, and equipment needs to the Cook or Chef.
• Assisting with the delivery, set-up and removal of food for special events, buffets and catered functions.
• Completing assigned cleaning tasks according to instructions and cleaning schedules.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED