Head Cook - Vulcan, Canada - Extendicare Canada

Extendicare Canada

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Vulcan, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

HEAD COOK - Extendicare Vulcan

Reporting to the Administrator the Head Cook is responsible for managing all aspects of the Food Service operations to meet the nutritional needs of the residents and to ensure the effective and efficient preparation and delivery of meals to residents within legislative and budgetary constraints.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, organize, and provide high quality dietary services for residents of the facility.
Select, supervise and motivate dietary staff; ensure dietary staff work as a team in order to provide a high level of productivity and the best use of staff capabilities.
Ensure environment of all food preparation and storage areas meets Public Health requirements.
Maintain all records in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirements, including the implementation and posting of all regular and therapeutic menus.
Liaise and consult with residents, families, government officials, and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.
Participate in the budgeting process; is accountable for the departmental budget and food costs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a recognized Food Services and Nutrition Management Program and/or Red Seal preferred.
Working knowledge of therapeutic diets, food cost and inventory control.
1 year dietary management experience in longterm care setting is an asset
Strong leadership skills to direct the work of employees
Superb organizational, time management and multitasking skills
Excellent cooking and baking skills.
Excellent computer skills
Experience managing employees within a unionized setting
Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles and legislation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
Customerfocused with high emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with clients.

Interested applicants please forward your resume to the attention of:
Neal Young

Administrator

Vulcan Extendicare

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