Cook – Casual

Job Summary:

Prepares and serves meals and snacks in accordance with established menus, recipes, and food

safety standards. The Cook supports the daily operation of the kitchen by organizing food

preparation, maintaining a clean and safe work setting, monitoring supplies and

equipment.

Typical Functions and Responsibilities

1. Prepares and serves meals and snacks in accordance with established menus and recipes.

Duties include planning food preparation and cooking schedules; cooking, roasting, grilling,

baking, testing for palatability, and carving foods; and modifying or adjusting established menus

as required.

2. Provides direction to food service workers, clients, and/or volunteers, and monitors and

assists with related duties as required.

3. Performs inventory control duties, including storing and rotating food and supplies, ordering

food using internet-based tools, and maintaining ordering lists.

4. Performs cleaning duties, including cleaning food preparation equipment; sweeping and

mopping floors; cleaning sinks, counters, kitchen and storage areas, walls, ovens, and freezers;

and removing garbage.

5. Washes, scrubs, and rinses pots, pans, dishes, and utensils by hand, dishwasher, and/or pot

washer.

6. Monitors the functioning of kitchen equipment and reports malfunctions, maintenance

needs, and repair requirements to the Housing Coordinator.

7. Receives supplies, checks invoices against orders and goods received, stores supplies

appropriately, and updates inventory records. Refers concerns or discrepancies to the

supervisor.

8.



Completes and maintains related records and documentation, including recipes; client

preferences, allergies, and special dietary needs; menu plan substitutions; and food wastage.

9. Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Typical Education, Training, and Experience

 Grade 12 education.

 Professional Cook Training Certificate (or equivalent experience).

 Valid Food Safe Certificate and First Aid Certificate.

 Minimum six months of related experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.

 Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

 Physical ability to meet the demands of the role (lifting, standing for extended periods).

Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Or other Qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.

Typical Skills and Abilities

 Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

 Ability to work respectfully and effectively with residents, staff, volunteers, and

community members.

 Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position, including standing for extended

periods and lifting as required.

 Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and other related tools.

 Ability to organize work, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks in a busy kitchen

environment.

 Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use basic digital tools for ordering,

records, and communication.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $27.33 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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