Cook - Casual - Beacon Hill Lodge

**Job Description** **Cook** **Mission:** to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. **Key Responsibilities:** * To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees; * To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively; * To ensure use of proper food handling techniques; * To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form; * To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus; * To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place; * To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments; * To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget; * To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures; • To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days; • To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions; * To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it; * To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; * To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures; * To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); * To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; * To complete other duties as assigned. **Qualifications**: * Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate * Red Seal Certificate preferred * Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting * Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating * Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets * Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift * Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset * Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one **What Extendicare has to offer:** At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization * A rewarding and meaningful work experienc