Part-Time Cook

Position: Part-Time Cook (12:30 PM to 7 PM)
## Part-Time Cook (12:30 PM to 7 PM)
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St. Lawrence Place - 181 Ontario Street, Kingston, ON K7L 5M1:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R17636
*** Wage per hour***$24.18

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.
** Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence
** We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.

** Key Responsibilities
*** To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;
* To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;
* To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;
* To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;
* To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus;
* To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;
* To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;
* To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;
* To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;
* To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;
* To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;
* To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
* To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
* To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
* To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
* To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;
* To complete other duties as assigned.
** Qualifications
* ** Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate
* Red Seal Certificate preferred
* Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting
* Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
* Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets
* Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift
* Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset
* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one