Job Description

Location: Cuisine Centre

Cook II (REPOST)
Central Staffing Floats
Temporary Call In

Hours Hours are based on the need of the department. Salary CG-28, ($26.39 - $29.22) Competition Number 2023006411 Posted Date 16 November 2023 Closing Date Open until filled

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
Meals are prepared on a large scale in an institutional kitchen. Duties include cooking and baking a variety of foods in preparation of meals for residents/patients/visitors; determining quantity of food to be prepared; estimating raw ingredients needed and planning cooking and baking schedules for timeliness; packaging, labeling and storing pre-cooked foods in accordance with strict guidelines for minimizing risk of contamination; preparing special diet meals for residents/patients; preparing and serving food to residents/patients/visitors and for special catered functions within the organization; participating in sanitary and security procedures; training cooking staff, supervising and assigning duties to kitchen staff. Ensures WHIMIS and food safety regulations are followed. Performs other related work as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Lifting or moving large pans weighing between 10 to 25 lbs., occurs regularly and occasionally lifting or moving objects weighing over 50 lbs.
Constantly stands while preparing, cooking and serving food. Walking to various work stations and pushing/pulling food trolleys is also required.
Work is often performed in awkward or cramped spaces and requires bending and kneeling.
Alertness and concentration are required when performing repetitive tasks such as operating equipment with sharp blades; working with knives.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Graduation from an approved cook's training course.
Journeyperson's Cook Interprovincial (Red Seal) Certificate.
Experience in cooking in a large scale commercial or an institutional operation would be an asset.
Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation would be an asset.
Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.
Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: [email protected]. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing [email protected] as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.