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JOB PURPOSE

The Cook is responsible for overseeing and participating in food production for patient and non-patient food services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduation.
• Must have a provincial Certificate of Qualification as a licensed cook issued under the Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification Act.
• Must have three years of experience in large quantity cooking and baking.
• Must be physically able to work steadily at assigned duties.
• Standing and walking for a majority of the work schedule.
• Requires full use of upper and lower limbs.
• Must be able to work with arms raised above shoulder level as well as be able to work at tasks requiring bending.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Cook is responsible for:

• Preparing, cooking, baking and assembling foods for meals
• Providing guidance and direction during food preparation
• Preparing special menu and therapeutic diet items
• Maintaining inventories by ordering, receiving and stocking food and supplies
• Preparing time sheets, production reports and work schedules
• Monitoring and recording food and equipment temperatures and rotating foods and supplies
• Cleaning and sanitizing tools, equipment, kitchen and serving area and ensuring sanitary conditions are maintained
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and food handling standards

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Results Orientation
• Stress Management

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.