POSITION: Cook
West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa)
Regular Part-time

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing all assigned nutritional care responsibilities in accordance with legislated and West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa) standards, policies, and procedures which are designed to ensure that each resident receives support, care and services in keeping with his/her needs and preferences, always with a focus on excellence in customer service. The cook shall serve as leader to his/her colleagues and a monitor to newly hired employees of the Nutrition Services Department, leading by example to inspire and motivate every individual to recognize the value they bring to the lives of residents and their colleagues by demonstrating “Caring is our reason for Being”.

The Cooks responsibilities/duties include:
1. Review menus and prepare food for meals, snacks and special dietary supplements and catered events according to the menu requirements, standardized recipes and production sheet directives.
2. Ensure that foods are served at appropriate temperature; adhere to required temperature monitoring and recording policies without exception.
3. Ensure that food is prepared utilizing at the appropriate therapeutic and textures specified in the residents’ care plans.
4. Serve food at mealtime and collect money when required.
5. Assist residents as required ensuring their rights and dignity as established by the Resident Bill of Rights is followed.
6. Clean up kitchen following meals including cook area, dishes, pots, pans, equipment, etc.
7. Storage of food in an appropriate and timely manner according to Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Homes Act and related Regulations.
8. Communication to appropriate staff regarding residents’ care, needs, etc.
9. Place food orders in the absence of the Nutrition Services Director and/or Assistant Nutrition Services Director.
10. Complete requisitions for food, supplies, or equipment maintenance and submit to the appropriate parties.
11. Assist in the orientation of new employees as required.
12. Maintain continuing education requirements.
13. In the performance of all duties, demonstrate respect for the privacy, dignity, and individuality of the resident; adhere to home policy on confidentiality.
14. Perform all duties and demonstrate conduct in accordance with the policies and procedures of West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa).
15. Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Director of Nutrition Services

DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible

SALARY: $20.32 to $23.78

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Food Handler Training Program which has been completed by a Board of Public Health within the past five (5) years.
3. Good physical condition to meet the working conditions for this position.
4. Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

Please submit a complete resume by visiting careers page on our website: www.hpha.ca or by dropping your application off at West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa)’s reception desk.

West Perth Village (Ritz Lutheran Villa) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. We know that we are strengthened by a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to: Indigenous persons, visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, persons who identify as women and persons of marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $20.32-$23.78 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mitchell, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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