Cook (AbleLiving Services, Binbrook)

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Support Services Coordinator, the Cook is responsible for the safe preparation and service of all food for residents, visitors and staff. The Cook uses standardized recipes, maintains portion control and follows production sheets determining appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements. The incumbent is responsible for safe food handling practices and for proper sanitation in keeping with Ontario Regulation 243 / 84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act. The position is also responsible for providing direction to the Food Service Staff to ensure daily duties are performed in a timely and effective manner.

Requirements :

• Must have completed / obtained a Cook’s diploma from an approved college and / or have the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Classification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the Food Handlers Certificate as offered by Public Health Services within 60 days of employment and renewed every 5 years.
• Must have practical knowledge and proven skill in institutional quantity cooking / quantity meal preparation.
• Must be able to read, understand and write in the English language; must be able to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Must be able to maintain a clean / sanitary work area.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position which include but are not limited to : standing, shifting, leaning over stoves / grills, reaching, bending, lifting / moving items of variable weights (e.g. roasting pans, cases of food items).
• Must be able to maintain regular and consistent attendance, be punctual and meet pre-determined deadlines for meal preparation. Must be able to maintain a clean and tidy personal appearance and adhere to relevant health and safety regulations / procedures.

Job Type : Part-time, Permanent.

Please be advised that this posting is open to members of Binbrook CUPE local 3943 bargaining unit members. If unfulfilled in that process applicants from Thrive Group Organizations will be considered. If unfulfilled by that process other external applicants will be considered.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email [email protected]