Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority resident safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Cook prepares assigned food items by methods/procedures such as roasting, frying, grilling, steaming, poaching, boiling and baking under the direction of the Cook Supervisor.

Duties/Accountabilities:

1.    Prepares and serves meals and snacks in accordance with established menus and recipes, by performing duties such as planning food preparation and cooking schedules, cooking, roasting, grilling, baking, testing for palatability, and carving. Modifies and adjusts established menus as required.

2.Maintains established food rotations in storage in order to minimize spoilage and waste.

    
3.    Cleans items such as dishes, pots, pans and utensils by methods such as washing and scrubbing; loading, unloading and operating dishwasher.

4.    Keeps equipment and cooking areas clean such as stoves, tables and countertops.

5.    Monitors functioning of equipment, and reports malfunctions and maintenance and repair requirements to the Cook Supervisor.

6.    Completes and maintains related records and documentation such as recipes and records of resident preferences, allergies, and special dietary needs.

7.    May demonstrate to residents the preparation of various food dishes as part of established individual and/or group rehabilitation plans.

8.    Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education, Training & Experience:

•    Graduation from a recognized 12 month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
•    Successful completion of Food Safe I.

Skills & 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.