Cook - Sherwood Park, Canada - Heartland Housing Foundation

Heartland Housing Foundation

Verified Company

Sherwood Park, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Working as the main support to the Chef, the Cook will assist the Chef in the production of meals for HHF residents including cooking and other required food preparation activities.

In the absence of the Chef, the Cook will lead all meal preparation activities of the kitchen staff ensuring meal plans and food standards are maintained.

Based on the highest hygiene standards, the Cook will ensure all kitchen and food preparation areas are properly cleaned and sanitized before, during and after meal preparation activities.

Food Preparation and Presentation

Prepare ingredients and meals including washing, peeling and/or cutting, cooking, assisting with serving, preparing plates, monitoring steam tables and replenishing food levels under the direction of the Chef,
In the absence of the Chef, lead and direct meal preparation and delivery in accordance to the Chef's meal and recipe plan
Work with the Chef and Baker to help develop creative meals plans based on the Canada Food Guide and following the dieticians food menu review recommendations

Kitchen Management/Administration

Monitor inventory of food and supplies and inform the Chef of products to be ordered, following first in first out (FIFO) rules
Receive deliveries of supplies, check for quality and assist in storage activities
Be an active member of the Kitchen Staff by communicating daily with the Chef, and/or Assistant Manager regarding daytoday food service operations, food preparation, efficiencies, faulty equipment, requirement of tools and supplies needed within the kitchen and dining room areas

Equipment Maintenance

Maintain and troubleshoot issues with kitchen tools and equipment finding appropriate solutions such as small repairs, contacting the maintenance department and/or escalating the issue to the supplier
Perform basic preventative maintenance and/or ensure servicing of equipment is completed regularly and/or in accordance with manufacture guidelines

Health, Safety and Environmental Stewardship

Participate and contribute to the success of the overall safety program
Support and abide by all safety management systems and promote a safety culture throughout the organization
Maintain a clean, sanitary and tidy work area at all times
Respond to emergency situations as they arise providing appropriate followup and documentation as required
Adhere to all manufacturer guidelines and safe work practices when using equipment
Use Personal Protective Equipment and follow universal precautions
Participate in worksite inspections, health & safety meetings and committees as required
Contribute to the organization's commitment to improving its impact on the environment through daytoday operations and seeking innovative ways to be a greener organization

Undertake the performance of other assigned duties, including those specified on Job Task Lists, as required

Requirements:

High School Diploma is preferred and a qualified Cook Certification is an asset
Three (3) years of previous cooking and/or baking experience in a hospitality or commercial kitchen, bakery, etc. is required
Completion of a current and acceptable criminal records check for the vulnerable sector as required by the Protection for Persons in Care Act and the Accommodation Standards and Licensing Act is mandatory
Attainment of a Food Safety Certificate is required
Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and internet usage is required
First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be attained soon after hire

Hours