Prep Cook

Kitchen Full Time Cobble Hill, BC $22 - $24 CAD per hour

Job Title:

Prep Cook  Department:  Culinary

Shifts:

,   Salary Range:  $22 - $24 /hr

Cedars Recovery is a vibrant, growing organization with opportunities to suit your professional skills in a diverse and rewarding work environment. We believe employees are our greatest asset and are dedicated to helping you develop and maximize your professional skills. Built by family for family – we are committed to setting you up for success as a part of our team.

Cedars Recovery is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of addiction.

Our commitment is to provide connection, recovery, and healing for everyone - enhancing the quality of life for individuals, families and communities. Cedars specializes in the treatment of alcohol and other drug addictions along with process addictions and mental health disorders. We offer a full continuum of recovery-oriented programs designed to provide a foundation for achievable, sustainable recovery. Cedars is located in Cobble Hill, British Columbia and situated on 60 acres of forested, private land, which provides a picturesque landscape and tranquil therapeutic setting.

Vancouver Island is not only renowned for spectacular West Coast scenery, but also features a rich network of recovery communities.

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Executive Chef, the role of the Prep Cook is to help ensure that Cedars kitchen operates in a manner that is consistent with the goals and objectives of the treatment program. Prep Cooks are responsible for the preparation and delivery of healthy and delicious meals to patients and staff. This person will be highly engaged in the patient experience of Cedars and will utilize a patient centered, collaborative approach to care at Cedars.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Working in collaboration with the Executive Chef, Prep Cooks are responsible for prepping, preparing, cooking and serving meals for the patient populations.

Adhering to the rotating weekly menus prepared by the Executive Chef.

Ensuring that health and safety requirements are met in alignment with Foodsafe and health authority guidelines.

Participate in daily sanitation measures, dishwashing, and equipment cleaning.

Receive and process daily orders, provide production sheets and record meal counts.

Engage with the patient experience by understanding and supporting the dietary needs and preferences of the patient population.

Foster a collaborative and positive environment in the kitchen that reflects Cedars’ commitment to holistic care and recovery.

Food Preparation and Service:

Collaborate in prepping, preparing, and serving meals to patients and staff.

Ensure food is prepared safely and in alignment with established Foodsafe and health authority guidelines.

Sanitation and Health Standards:

Ensure the kitchen meets all health and safety requirements, with a focus on maintaining food safety standards.

Participate in daily sanitation routines, including equipment cleaning and adherence to cleanliness protocols.

Patient-Centered Approach:

Engage with the patient experience by understanding and supporting the dietary needs and preferences of the patient population.

Foster a collaborative and positive environment in the kitchen that reflects Cedars’ commitment to holistic care and recovery.

QUALIFICATIONS & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Experience working in a fast-paced high-volume kitchen (1 year preferred)

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with the various departments involved in the patient treatment process.

Ability to collaborate and problem solve with other team members including counseling, medical, administrative, and support staff.

A commitment to creating a positive environment conducive to healing for both…