As a valued member of the team, the Cook will help us champion our collective commitment to deliver quality care and fulfill our mission to help residents live fully every day.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Cook is accountable for optimal foods services, food production, plate presentation and the hospitality needs of the residents in accordance with infection control, quality management, legislative requirements and the organization standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):
- Preparing food in accordance with the regular and therapeutic menu, the standardized recipes for the home and meets time requirements for meal times.
- Assisting in serving meals following residents’ diets using appropriate serving utensils and portion sizes to residents (by name of resident).
- Follows daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
- Completes all necessary documentation (food and refrigeration temperatures, dish machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned.
- Ensures use of proper and safe food handling techniques.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Chef training or culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standard established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities.
- Must maintain a current Food Handler’s Certificate.
- At least 1 year experience as a cook in the Food Service Industry.
- Red Seal Designation preferred.
- Must have experience in large quantity menu planning, food preparation and presentation, preferably in health care or long term care setting.
Term: Permanent
Status: Part Time (4 shifts bi-weekly guaranteed)
Posting Open Date: December 30, 2016
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply directly to:
Crystal Clark
Director of Dietary services
Crystal.clark@siennaliving.ca
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
Company Info
Who We Are
At Sienna Senior Living, our mission is to help residents live fully, every day. Our more than 8,800 dedicated team members are passionate about caring for older people and are united by a belief in the warmth of human connection.
We are one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of seniors’ living, with 54 high-quality seniors’ residences in key markets in Ontario and British Columbia comprising 7,923 beds/suites that serve the continuum of independent living, assisted living, long-term care and specialized programs and services for seniors.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision—to awaken our communities to the positive possibilities of life’s next chapters.
Sienna Senior Living is a publicly traded company on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:SIA).