Food is more than nourishment to our Residents; it is often the highlight of their day. The Cook is instrumental in ensuring that Residents have satisfying and enjoyable food experiences and is responsible for the oversight of the Food Services through the provision of leadership and guidance to Food Service staff (Baker and Kitchen Aides).

Meal Preparation

The Cook will ensure high quality foods are used to prepare exciting menu items.

Understand the appropriate operation of all kitchen equipment for proper mixing and safe use
Ensure recipes are followed
Ensure adherence to Secure Food Handling and regulated temperature guidelines
Ensure baking, snacks, and meals are ready on time
Ensure baking and snacks meet daily quantity requirements
Ensure food supplies are returned to appropriate storage area
Abide by the waste management plan e.g. recycling, composting
Ensure meals are aesthetically pleasing and tasty

Meal Service

The Cook will ensure that meals are served impressively, timely and professionally.
Ensure FSAs wear clean aprons and uniforms when serving food




Ensure adherence to Safe Food Handling e.g. proper hand washing practices
Ensure meals are served as per meal service schedule
Ensure Residents are greeted and served politely
Ensure serveries are well stocked
Serve meals and beverages according to Resident preferences and needs
Ensure meals meet quantity requirements/requests of Residents

Education and Experience Requirements:
Protected Food Handling Course
WHMIS
Several years experience as a Cook

Job Type: Part time

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.37-$26.96 per hour

Benefits:
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
Red Deer, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
-Up to date Vaccinations records including Covid , Recent TB Screening within the last 2 years.

-A Current Criminal Record Check within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain all of the above.

Work Location: In person

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