Cook - Grey Gables - Markdale, Canada - County of Grey

County of Grey

Verified Company

Markdale, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

_Join us and help make a difference in healthcare We are proud to be home to 300+ residents across our three long term care communities. Our team members pride themselves in providing exemplary person-centered quality care. Our "Colour It Your Way" philosophy is our framework and foundation that guides us to ensuring our residents and team members have a positive and rewarding experience. We are looking for enthusiastic caring individuals who are dedicated and have the desire to be part of a team that enriches the lives of others. Come join us and be part of our Colour It Care Team._

Application deadline:
May 22, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Purpose

Under the direction of the Nutrition Manager, the Cook is responsible for optimal food preparation to residents and families based on legislative requirements and County of Grey.

The Cook is required to perform their duties in a manner that is consistent with the Core Values of the home that supports the 'Colour It' resident led philosophy of care to ensure resident safety and demonstrate customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

_ General_

Prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of food following therapeutic diets according to planned menus for residents and guests (as required).
Reviews menus before preparing meals and prepares and serves them properly and attractively.
Ensures use of proper food handling techniques.
In consultation with Nutrition Manager, makes menu substitutions as necessary and records these in the designated place(s).
Meets time schedule for service of meals and nourishments.
Follows daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.
Assists in converting recipes to different quantities and preparing/following daily production charts.
Dates, labels, and stores food properly.
Participates actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days.
Assists in receiving and storing incoming food and supplies.

Count physical food inventory at year end

_ Care Coordination_

Promotes the County of Grey philosophy of Pleasurable Dining.
Manages mealtime activities in the absence of Food Service Worker
Assists in serving meals, following resident's diet and food preferences using proper serving utensils and portion sizes.

_ Quality Management_

Participates actively in department's Quality Management program and any department/facility committees as requested.
Performs audits as required.
Completes all necessary documentation (food and refrigeration temperatures, dish machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned.
Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises the Nutrition Manager of problems.
Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Nutrition Manager.
Alerts the Nutrition Manager to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action.
Assists with maintaining the security of the department.

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Human Resources_**- Oversees the dietary department in the absence of the Nutrition Manager.

Promotes a positive team spirit within the department.
Assists in the orientation and training of new dietary employees.
Attends department and facility staff meetings, inservices and other required training sessions.
Provide ongoing coaching to Dietary staff.

_ Occupational Health and Safety_

Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all staff incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports.
Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, coworkers, and residents.
Wears personal protective equipment as designated.
Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles.
Maintains a sound working knowledge of their roles and responsibilities during all emergency situations when working different shifts.

Ministry of Health Compliance

Contributes to good working relationships with relevant persons within the Ministry of Long-Term Care (MOLTC).
Knows and interprets MOLTC legislation, regulation and process
Contributes to the implementation of processes and systems to ensure compliance to all standards on an ongoing basis.

_ Working Conditions_

Modern facility, temperature controlled.
Early morning, evening, and weekend work required.
Regular exposure to temperature extremes, noise, biochemical agents and wet floors.
Exposure to hazards from use of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Hours of work include scheduled shifts and callins, and may include day, evening, night shifts, weekdays and weekends. There is a requirement to work statutory holidays.
Work is in a homelike medical care area and requires interaction with residents and their families. The workplace is fast paced, with frequent disruptions and distractions, whi