Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: Blue Crest Nursing Home
Cook I
Food Services
Temporary Call-In Hours The hours are based on the needs of the department Salary CG-25 ($23.78 - $26.19 per hour) Competition Number VAC0001727 Posted Date 2024-10-08 Closing Date Open until filled. Demands, duties, qualifications Job Summary
The Cook I is accountable for the preparation and service of breakfast, dinner, and supper meals for residents and staff, as well as the preparation of food items for catering purposes. The incumbent will be required to use a variety of cooking equipment including mixing machines, steam cookers, stoves, ovens, blenders, and slicers. Duties include cooking and baking a variety of foods, including: bread, pastries, desserts, vegetables, soups, salads, sandwiches, meats, and gravies; determining quantity of food to be prepared; estimating raw ingredients required; planning appropriate cooking and baking schedules for timeliness; participating in the service of food for residents and ensuring they are provided correct portions; planning and organizing work to maximize efficiency of labour; preparing quality meals in accordance with meal schedules; participating in sanitary and security procedures; training new cooks in the proper procedures of food preparation and service; and other related duties 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 and moving kitchen equipment; sacks of vegetables, frozen meats, etc., weighing between 10 - 25 lbs. Occurs regularly. Occasionally, freight boxes weigh up to 50 lbs.
Standing is required throughout a typical shift to prepare, cook and serve food. Walking is required to push/pull trolleys and to retrieve food from storage.
Work is often performed in awkward or cramped spaces and requires bending and kneeling.
Higher than normal levels of attentiveness and alertness of health and safety practices is required to be aware of patient food allergies and dietary requirements, cross contamination of food and the proper use of kitchen equipment.
Job Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Successful completion of an approved cook's training course.
Experience in cooking on a large scale commercial or an institutional operation would be an asset.
Ability to work independently and with other staff while following written and oral instructions and guidelines is required.
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.
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