Cook - Full Time

Extendicare

Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Base: competitive compensation based on skills + e...
Prepares food following standardized recipes
Ensures meals served on time at correct temperatures
Directs dietary aides in basic food preparation
The role involves assuming ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff

Job Summary

  • The role involves assuming ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff.
  • Candidates will prepare and serve food including complex meal preparations such as dinners, sauces, and desserts following standardized recipes.
  • Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, robust benefits packages, and opportunities for career growth within their network of over 115 senior care centers.

Matching Summary

The role involves assuming ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality care while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for residents and staff.

Salary

Base: Competitive compensation based on skills and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Robust benefits package including Employee Family Assistance Program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepares food following standardized recipes
  • Ensures meals served on time at correct temperatures
  • Directs dietary aides in basic food preparation
  • Maintains required records and temperature checks
  • Follows established safety practices and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Passionate about team committed to quality care
  • Driven by innovation and growth mindset
  • Ability to lead others in busy environment
  • Experience with complex meal preparation like sauces

Key Requirements

  • Chef training or culinary management certificate/diploma
  • Certificate of qualification as a Cook per OLTCH Act
  • Post-secondary diploma or degree in food and nutrition
  • Red Seal certification preferred
  • Current Food Handler's Certificate
  • Institutional large quantity cooking experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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