Cook (Valleyhaven) - Chilliwack, Canada - Kaigo Senior Living

Kaigo Senior Living

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Chilliwack, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Valleyhaven is nestled in Chilliwack, an area renowned for its beautiful country setting and vibrant urban core. The three-story residence provides a safe supportive home, and 24-hour nursing care, for seniors who can no longer live independently, whether due to physical or cognitive issues.

Reporting to the Support Services Manager, the Cook is responsible for the daily production and delivery of assigned breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert menu items according to an established menu.

Who You Are
You are a team player with a can-do attitude, willing to chip in where your team needs you.

You can work independently as well as take direction, be flexible, and be able to demonstrate initiative.

You are reliable and proud of your commitment to your work; being someone your team can count on is important to you.

What You Will Do

Prepare set menu items while maintaining high food quality standards, including preparing therapeutic modifications for residents
Ensuring timely meal service delivery for each dining area
Maintaining proper food rotation, practice established sanitation and cleanliness procedures
Promoting positive communication and working relationships with your team

Your Qualifications - The Must Have's

FOODSAFE 1 certification is required, FOODSAFE 2 is preferred
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Previous culinary experience in healthcare environment, or working with seniors is an asset
Ability to organize the kitchen workload and complete tasks within the allocated timeframes
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position, including lifting, pushing, pulling, walking, and standing
Must successfully pass the prescribed criminal records check for the vulnerable sector and provide proof of COVID19 vaccinations

What we offer:

Working with an amazing group of coworkers in a safe and friendly environment
Competitive wages
Schedule flexibility
Free onsite parking

Kaigo has a dedicated team of employees who have been enriching the lives of our seniors for over 20 years.

If you want to create a positive impact and enhance seniors' lives, then we invite you to join our team.

Kaigo Senior Living consists of six retirement communities nestled in beautiful settings and quiet neighbourhoods throughout the interior and lower mainland of British Columbia.

All are fully accredited, professionally managed and well maintained.

From its name "KAIGO" a Japanese word meaning caring to the highest standard, to its mission, vision and values, Kaigo has clearly established a foundation for developing a "partnership in caring".

Kaigo is dedicated to providing the best environments for our residents and our employees.

At Kaigo we welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of color, LGBTQIA2S+ folks, Indigenous Peoples, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, people of any age or family status.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our organization and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.

Keywords:
cook, prep, dietary, meals, kitchen, seniors

Job Type:
Casual

Salary:
$26.51 per hour

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