Cook I - Casual

Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.
Position: Casual, Stanford Seniors Village (Parksville, BC)
At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.
The Cook 1 reports to the Head Chef or designate is responsible for the daily preparation of all nourishing, and visually appealing meals for residents, guests and staff. This role ensures that the changing dietary needs of the person served throughout the community are met and safe food handling methods are followed.
Ensure use of proper food handling techniques, based on food safe regulations.
Complete daily temperature checks for hot and cold food.
Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic or specialty diets according to planned menus.
Make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in the designated Food Substitution Log in Sheet.
Maintains consumable inventory utilizing methods to minimize spoilage and waste.
Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
Participate actively in planning and preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:
Utilizing infection control procedures
Participate in organizational planning related to Food Services by providing input in the menus, implementation, schedules and other initiatives to ensure a high standard of Food Services.
In the absence of the supervisor, is responsible for the supervision of department production and service, staff, including direction of staff, interdepartmental communications, and emergencies.
Graduation from a recognized Cooks Training program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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.
Food Safe Level 1 Certificate - Level 2 an asset.
Red Seal Certificate preferred.
Serving it Right certification an asset.
Some supervisory experience an asset.
All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
Ability to work independently and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
West Coast Seniors Housing Management