Second Cook

Second Cook - Casual
Aspira Pacifica Retirement Living - 2525 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V4P 0C8
Wage: $21.54/hr
This vacancy is for a new posting.

This is a Permanent Casual (On-Call) position to pick up shifts whenever needed.

We are looking for someone who would be able to pick up any of the below shifts for any day of the week:

• 10:30AM-6:30PM
• 11:00AM-7:00PM

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs 

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.  As a Second Cook, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.  

What makes you a great fit?

• Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following recipes or directions. Ensures food is served at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities
• Inspects food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices; Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers
• Completes all necessary documentation/ audits (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned
• Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Executive Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Executive Chef or First Cook
• Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action
• Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members
• In the absence of the First Cook, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
• Advises Executive Chef of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and resident
• To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days
• In the absence of the team leader, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers

What you need to know:

• Minimum (1) one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate 
• Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Some post-secondary training from a recognized institution in food preparation is an asset
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.