The salary range for this position is CAD $25.61 - $27.31 / hour
Detailed Overview
Plans, prepares and directs the preparation of food in accordance with established menu requirements, facility standards, Food Safe standards and government regulations.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and directs preparation of food in accordance with established menus and standardized recipes.
- Plans cooking schedules to ensure meals are prepared and served in accordance with meal and nourishment times.
- Tests food items for palatability, temperature, quality and adjusts accordingly.
- Evaluates meals being served to ensure that established standards of quantity, quality, presentation, and service of food are maintained.
- Minimizes food waste through production control; maintains established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste.
- Assists, advises and directs food service workers, clients, and/or volunteers; monitors and corrects procedures as required.
- Receives and checks deliveries to ensure items listed on invoices are received in good condition; reports any discrepancies to the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services; organizes food storage areas, freezers and refrigerators.
- Notifies the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services of any dry goods/supplies that need to be ordered and reports damaged and non-operable equipment
- Compiles quality assurance data as instructed by the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services.
- Follows nutritional care plan as outlined for the clients and communicates compliance to the dietitian.
- Maintains overall cleanliness and sanitation of cooking areas and kitchen equipment meeting Public Health requirements.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Successful completion of a recognized Institutional Cooking Program and one year's recent, related work experience. Current Food Safe Level I certificate.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.