Cook - Rideaucrest Home Regular Part-Time

Opening Statement

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

At the City of Kingston, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Food Services, the Cook is responsible for the preparation, storage and distribution of meals and other food items provided by the Food Services Department. The Cook is also responsible for maintaining a high standard of quality food production and appropriate quantities of food.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare all foods as assigned using production sheets for residents, frozen meals on wheels, coffee shop and catering, using standardized recipes, observing quality standards, safe handling methods and quantitative needs.

Prepare and portion meals for regular, therapeutic and texture modified diets (including adhering to any food allergies) for both meals and alternate choices food items for meal services using the approved posted menus.

Ensure food is prepared following safe good handling practices as stipulated by the Canadian Restaurant & Food Services Association and Ministry of Health Long Term Care Standards.

Maintain cleanliness of all food production equipment, report faulty equipment concerns to Food Services Supervisor.

Provide input to menu, department operation and problem solving activities.

Complete required documentation (cleaning and food temperature) as stipulated through policies &
procedures of the department/Home and Ministry of Health standards.

Actively promote and follow safe work practices and ensure accident prevention and health and safety responsibilities are fully met by self and others.

Qualifications, Competencies

Post-secondary diploma in food and nutrition management or a post-secondary degree in food and nutrition.

“Red Seal” certification preferred.

One (1) year of practical cooking experience with preference given to experience in an institutional and/or health care setting with a focus on geriatric needs.

Demonstrated knowledge of institutional cooking methods and procedures.

Food Safety Training Certificate.

Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands

Able to perform essential duties of the job including the ability to work effectively in a busy and loud environment, maneuver heavy quantities of trays or food carts, withstand fluctuating temperatures and able to walk/stand for lengthy periods of time.

Demonstrated ability to interact with residents in a caring and respectful manner.

Able to maintain confidentiality.

Commitment to promoting and following safe work practices.

Able to work independently and as an effective team member in a cooperative manner with all members of staff, families, residents, volunteers and outside agencies.

Demonstrated communication, organizational, prioritization and time management skills, including the ability to complete all tasks in assigned timeframes.

Committed to ongoing learning and development.

Able to work with minimal supervision.

General knowledge of cooking a wide variety of dishes.

Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB).

Proof of immunity to communicable diseases.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including vulnerable.