Cook I
- Chemainus, BC, Canada
Per diem
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Job details
- Job type
- Per diem
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, positions at this level perform a variety of duties within Food Services Operations using a variety of methods/procedures such as roasting, frying, grilling, steaming, poaching, boiling and baking following standardized recipes and department policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A certificate in Food Safe Level 1.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1426.pdfMore about this job
Responsibilities
The Cook I at Island Health will prepare meals in Food Services Operations using standard cooking methods and recipes. The role reports to the Manager or designate and includes a shared duty to improve quality and safety.
Requirements
Candidates need a recognized 12-month cooking program or equivalent experience, and Food Safe Level 1. They also need to communicate well, work effectively with others, organize their work and operate kitchen equipment.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Standardized recipes
- Roasting
- Frying
- Grilling
- Steaming
- Poaching
- Boiling
- Baking
- Food safety
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Work organization
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- Quality improvement
- Patient safety awareness
Categories
- Hospitality
- Healthcare
- Food & Beverage
Keywords
- cook
- cooking
- food services
- hospital kitchen
- healthcare food service
- roasting
- frying
- grilling
- steaming
- poaching
- boiling
- baking
- standardized recipes
- Food Safe
- food safety
- per diem
- institutional cooking
- Island Health
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- Food Safe Level 1
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- cooking