Cook's Assistant Job at Riverside Health Care

Job Description

The Food and Nutrition department has an opening for a Part-Time Cook’s Assistant at La Verendrye General Hospital.

With direction from the Manager of Food & Nutrition Services, or designate, perform duties related to the day to day operation of the Department including preparing and serving food/beverages, organizing patient menus, cleaning, and other functions as required in accordance with approved standards, departmental policies, procedures and time schedules
Receive assignments form Manager, Food and Nutrition Services or designate
Prepare food/beverages as assigned
Perform work on tray line
Check quality, estimate quantities and ensure proper storage of food
Operate, maintain, and clean dietary equipment and utensils
Maintain department in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition
Participate in the Department’s Quality Improvement Program
Carry out all work assignments safely and be knowledgeable of and in compliance with relevant regulations, policies and procedures. (i.e. Occupational Health and Safety Act)

Minimum grade 12 education or appropriate related educational qualifications deemed acceptable by the Employer
Successful completion of, or current enrolment in a Food Service Worker training program at an established college as listed in the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or a registered private career college in Ontario
Completion of Safe Food Handlers Course through the Northwestern Health Unit
Two years of experience relevant to the health care food service setting
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to understand and apply rules of nutrition, safety & sanitation
Demonstrated ability to correctly calculate measurements in planning for or preparing/cooking menu items
Visual perception to examine food and verify consistency, texture, color, and quality by observation
Possess good communication skills
Ability to work in an environment of high heat, humidity, and food odours
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skill with the ability to function effectively independently, within a team, with front line personnel , and management
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast paced healthcare environment with excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload
Dependable with a verifiable acceptable attendance record
Proven ability to perform the essential duties of the position on a regular basis