Extendicare is seeking a part-time Cook in Port Stanley, Ontario, responsible for meal preparation and serving to residents, while ensuring compliance with dietary standards. The ideal candidate should possess culinary qualifications and experience in large quantity cooking, with leadership capabilities in a busy kitchen environment
Job Summary
The role involves preparing complex meals including sauces and desserts while adhering to standardized recipes.
Candidates must be able to direct dietary aides and assume responsibility for departmental operations in the absence of the manager.
Extendicare is dedicated to transforming the quality of residents' lives through enriched work experiences and a focus on caring.
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Extendicare is seeking a part-time Cook in Port Stanley, Ontario, responsible for meal preparation and serving to residents, while ensuring compliance with dietary standards. The ideal candidate should possess culinary qualifications and experience in large quantity cooking, with leadership capabilities in a busy kitchen environment.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Prepares food following standardized recipes
Manages therapeutic and texture-modified diets
Supervises dietary aides and kitchen operations
Maintains food safety and temperature records
Ensures timely meal service at correct temperatures
Nice-to-have
Red Seal certification preferred
Experience in institutional large quantity cooking
Passion for caring and enriching resident lives
Ability to lead others in busy environments
Key Requirements
Culinary management certificate or diploma per OLTCH Act
Cook Certificate of qualification issued by OLTCH authority
Post-secondary diploma or degree in food and nutrition
English reading and writing proficiency
Proven ability to provide direction and lead others