Cook - Halifax, Canada - The Berkeley Retirement Residences
Description
Responsibilities:
- Works in a stable environment with controlled hours and no late nights
- Works as part of a team to provide exemplary service for all residents
- Prepares, cooks and serves appealing meals for residents, guests and employees in a safe and attractive manner
- Follows menus and recipes, while working within the budget
- Makes menu adaptations as necessary.
- Problem solves circumstances that arise with the menu or supplies
- Participates actively in planning/preparation of special occasion and theme meals
- Monitors quality of food and avoids any unnecessary wastage
- Maintains knowledge of residents' special dietary requirements
Qualifications:
- Completion of a training program from a recognized institution, or equivalent experience
- Must demonstrate a creative flair for food preparation and presentation.
- Must be knowledgeable of special and therapeutic diets
- Must be an effective team player who works well with others
- Must be able to work and communicate effectively with staff / residents
What we offer:
- We offer the best and most flexible schedules in the culinary industry, with no evening shifts
- Opportunity for Full Time employment once you get your foot in the door.
- Your breaks are paid, and parking is free
- You may be eligible for paid sick days and 10 paid holidays.
- The Berkeley will match every dollar you contribute towards a Registered Retirement Plan (conditions apply).
- A comprehensive wellness plan that includes extended health / mental health coverage, dental, Long Term & Life Insurance, vision care, and an employee assistance program.
- Free use of onsite gyms at our Halifax locations.
- Discounted meals.
- Paid Training and Development for future growth opportunities.
- An inclusive work team that believes in fostering a positive working environment.
- Company discounts on entertainment, recreation, retail, and other goods and services.
Schedule:
Sunday and Monday (additional shifts as available)
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Onsite parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Why are you currently looking for a new position?
- What is your availability? (ie: Weekdays, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, ALL
- Which Location do you prefer? Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford
- When are you available to start?
- What are your hourly wage expectations?
- Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense for which you have not received a pardon?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Do you have experience working with Elderly Adults?
- Have you received vaccination from COVID19?
- Are you looking for FT, PT, or both?
Licence/Certification:
- Safe Food Handling Certificate (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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