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Sienna Senior Living

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    Healthcare
  • Barrie

AI generated summary

  • You must have Grade 12, college food prep program completion, 1 year in volume cooking, Safe Food Handling, Smart Serve certificates, and pass a Vulnerable Sector or Criminal Records Check.
  • You will prepare meals, manage food quality, support dietary needs, assist in training, oversee operations in the leader's absence, and perform additional assigned tasks.

Requirements

  • Must haves:
  • Grade 12 minimum education required.
  • Graduate of a recognized college food preparation program and willing to Red Seal certify.
  • One year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special events preparation.
  • A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and Smart Serve certificate.
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.
  • Bonus Points for having:
  • Experience in large quantity food preparation and cooking in Health, Long Term Care, or Retirement Residence is preferred.
  • Red Seal Designation preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
  • Preparing meals and snacks according to production sheets, recipes and other menu document as provided.
  • Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities.
  • Monitoring quality of food supplies received and advises team leader of problems and makes recommendations about corrective action.
  • 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.
  • Assisting in the orientation and training of new team members.
  • Attends in-service meetings.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Cook position?

The Cook position is temporary and part-time, specifically for days.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Cook role?

A minimum of Grade 12 education is required, along with graduation from a recognized college food preparation program and a willingness to Red Seal certify.

Is prior cooking experience necessary for this position?

Yes, a minimum of one year of experience in volume food preparation, catering, or special events preparation is required.

Are there any certifications needed to apply?

Yes, applicants must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and a Smart Serve certificate.

What kind of checks do applicants need to pass?

Applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check if applying from Ontario, and a Criminal Records Check if applying from British Columbia.

Do you offer training for new team members?

Yes, as a Cook, you will assist in the orientation and training of new team members.

Is there a preference for specific experience?

Yes, experience in large quantity food preparation and cooking in Health, Long Term Care, or Retirement Residence is preferred.

What type of food preparation will I be responsible for?

You will be responsible for preparing meals and snacks according to production sheets, recipes, and follow prescribed diets at appropriate temperatures and portion-controlled quantities.

Does Sienna Senior Living promote diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Yes, Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Can I expect to work independently as a Cook?

While you will be responsible for various tasks, you will also work as part of a team and assume responsibility in the absence of the team leader.

Sienna Senior Living

Cultivating happiness in daily life

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes. Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting. Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.