Mission Statement : Understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative supports.
Vision Statement : Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.
What to expect when you join SPLC :
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits
- Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities
- Training and Professional Development opportunities
- Healthy and safe working environment
Position : Cook (Part-time)
Hours of Work : Variable
Reports to : Restaurant Operations Manager & Chef
Deadline : Until position is filled
Position Summary
The cook is responsible to prepare and cook meals for older adults and seniors, coordinate the meal preparation and provide other support duties to promote health and safety of clients and other staff.
Responsibilities :
1. Prepares and cooks meals for older adults and senior clients
Prepares and cooks a wide variety of regular and special diet meals (including Chinese, South Asian and Western) according to prescribed or planned menusDetermines serving sizes and estimates quantity of food supply requirementsPlans menus for daily lunch and dinner specials as required2. Manages the meal preparation for different programs and activities .
Takes inventory of supplies on hand and orders required food supplies, ingredients, and other consumables on a scheduled basis as determined by menu and estimated number of clientsChecks and inspects deliveries of food supplies for quantity and quality of items and rejects or returns incorrect items or poor quality of fresh productsCoordinates meal preparation for variety of center programs3. Performs other support duties
Reports to supervisor about all existing or potential hygiene, safety hazard and quality improvement.Understands and complies with all legislative guidelines regarding Health & Safety in the workplaceMaintains kitchen equipment, reports to supervisor about needs of purchase, necessary repairs, and any safety concerns in a timely mannerCleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures they are kept in safe and operable condition on a daily basisEducation :
Community College Diploma in Food Services and / or Nutrition, or equivalentFood Handler CertificationSkills and Experience :
Experience in preparing meals for 35 people ormoreExperience in food services for older adults, seniors or others with menu planning including special diets an assetGood organizational and time management skillsEffective communication and interpersonal skillsExperience working in a culturally diverse environmentPreparing Chinese and South Asian meals an assetAble to work in a busy kitchen with high pressure and as part of a teamAbility to speak a second language is an assetOthers :
Vulnerable Sector screening requiredProof of full COVID-19 Vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate requiredSenior Persons Living Connected (SPLC) is a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided, if needed, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
This is a part time position
