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Cook

  • Mississauga, ON, Canada

Approximate hourly wage: $21.73 · Part-time

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Approximate hourly wage: $21.73
Job type
Part-time
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Posting language
English
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Original job description

Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Permanent Part-Time (0.4 FTE) to join our Parkland on the Glen team based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

  • Approximate hourly wage: $21.73
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program

Life, travel, and other insurances

  • Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan

RRSP program (5% employer matching)

  • Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
  • Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
  • Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

  • Plans and prepares meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus, including preparing special meals to meet appropriate therapeutic menu modifications according to established guidelines
  • Assists with preparation of food for special functions (e.g. catering, theme dinners) to ensure service meets established standards
  • Reports any recipe shortages, discrepancies or quality issues to the Executive Chef or supervisor in a timely manner
  • Clean and sanitize cooking station daily; maintain the cleanliness of kitchen equipment such as ovens, kettles, mixers, and others to maintain safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards; responsible for the clear and correct labeling of excess food
  • Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

  • A high-school diploma or a GED
  • Current food handlers’ certificate (preferred)
  • At least one year of experience with cooking
  • Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required and communicate in an efficient manner in a team-oriented setting
  • Ability to provide a clear criminal record check
  • A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
More about this job

Responsibilities

The cook is responsible for planning and preparing meals, including therapeutic modifications, while maintaining kitchen sanitation and equipment safety. They also assist with special functions and ensure proper waste management and labeling procedures are followed.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of cooking experience. A current food handlers' certificate is preferred, and the ability to pass a criminal record check is required.

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Menu planning
  • Therapeutic diet modification
  • Catering
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Waste management
  • Recipe compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • Travel insurance
  • Virtual healthcare
  • RRSP program
  • Vacation accrual
  • Free onsite parking
  • Workperks program
  • Continuing education and training

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Categories

  • Food & Beverage
  • Healthcare
  • Hospitality

Keywords

  • Cook
  • Food preparation
  • Therapeutic menus
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Catering
  • Healthcare
  • Food safety
  • Waste management
  • Recipe execution
  • Culinary
  • Senior care
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability

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