Cook I - Grand Bank, Canada - Eastern Health

Eastern Health

Verified Company

Grand Bank, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Location:
Grand Bank Blue Crest Nursing Home

Cook I (2 Positions)

Food Services - Patient Food Service

Temporary Call In

Hours
Hours based on needs of department

Salary
CG-25 ($ $25.18)

Competition Number

Posted Date
14 March 2023

Closing Date
21 March 2023

About Us

Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people.

The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services.

At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province.

To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary

The Cook I is accountable for the preparation and service of breakfast, dinner, and supper meals for residents and staff, as well as the preparation of food items for catering purposes.

The incumbent will be required to use a variety of cooking equipment including mixing machines, steam cookers, stoves, ovens, blenders, and slicers.

Duties include cooking and baking a variety of foods, including:

bread, pastries, desserts, vegetables, soups, salads, sandwiches, meats, and gravies; determining quantity of food to be prepared; estimating raw ingredients required; planning appropriate cooking and baking schedules for timeliness; participating in the service of food for residents and ensuring they are provided correct portions; planning and organizing work to maximize efficiency of labour; preparing quality meals in accordance with meal schedules; participating in sanitary and security procedures; training new cooks in the proper procedures of food preparation and service; and other related duties as required.

Job Demands

Lifting and moving kitchen equipment; sacks of vegetables, frozen meats, etc., weighing between lbs. Occurs regularly. Occasionally, freight boxes weigh up to 50 lbs.
Standing is required throughout a typical shift to prepare, cook and serve food. Walking is required to push/pull trolleys and to retrieve food from storage.
Work is often performed in awkward or cramped spaces and requires bending and kneeling.
Higher than normal levels of attentiveness and alertness of health and safety practices is required to be aware of patient food allergies and dietary requirements, cross contamination of food and the proper use of kitchen equipment.

Job Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Successful completion of an approved cook's training course.
Experience in cooking on a large scale commercial or an institutional operation would be an asset.
Ability to work independently and with other staff while following written and oral instructions and guidelines is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone:
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Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at press 5 then press 2 (long distance outlining how we can help.