Cook (PPT) (SEIU 5.26) (Up to 2) Repost

Résumé du poste

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to resident dietary needs while maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. They also provide direction to dietary staff and assist with menu planning and inventory management.

Détails du poste

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential. As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career. As a Cook at Norview Lodge, you’ll prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs, ensuring a safe and enjoyable dining experience. Your work will directly support resident health, well‑being, and quality of life within a collaborative care environment. Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That’s Norfolk. Duties and Responsibilities: Provide direction to dietary staff in the absence of the Supervisor In consultation with Nutritional Services Supervisor, reviews menus, cooking schedules, modified diet preparation, use of leftovers, etc. Estimates food needs and requisitions supplies, suggests menu or recipe changes, check stock and be aware of any shortages that might result in a change of menu Cook food according to the standard recipes and portion servings as per menu combinations as well as specific resident meal plans Refer to menu and assist in preparing a list of products that need to be ordered Inspect food including meats in storage, refrigerators, and freezers Direct the sanitary maintenance of storage rooms, units, stoves, work tables and equipment To participate as a team member in providing Resident centered care and service Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation, including compliance with Public Health standards and Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care regulations Participate in in-service educational opportunities Maintain an awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; participate in drills and associated educational opportunities To be aware of and comply with all Corporate and facility policies and procedures Adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routine and additional practices as required Orientate new staff and student placements as required Confidentiality is of extreme importance and must always be maintained Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge and Experience: Grade 12 graduation or equivalent. Chef Training or Culinary Management Diploma or Certificate by a College established under the Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology Act Must maintain current Food Handlers’ Certification (as per Public Health) Previous relevant experience in a long term care setting preferred Skills and Abilities: Resident and customer service focus Good communication skills (both oral and written) The ability to work independently as well as part of a team Familiarity with operation of telephone system and institutional kitchen equipment Must be committed to a common purpose, performance goals and approach Creativity in the plating and preparation/ presentation of attractive and appetizing meals Commitment to quality food production and service and on-going quality monitoring and improvement Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act Posting #: SEIU 5.26 Repost Position: Cook Position Code: 7NLCOO Status: Permanent Part Time Number of Vacancies: up to 2 Employee Group: SEIU Local 1 Wage: $27.479 - $28.688 per hour ($1 less per hour for probationary period) (2024 rate) Hours Worked per Week: up to 24 Division: Emergency and Social Services Department: Norview Lodge Reports to: Supervisor, Nutritional Services Location: Simcoe, ON Posting Period: September 16, 2026 - October 1, 2026 How to Apply: Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file. Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates. Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education. Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Ce que vous ferez

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to resident dietary needs while maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment. They also provide direction to dietary staff and assist with menu planning and inventory management.

Exigences

Candidates must have a Grade 12 diploma and a Chef Training or Culinary Management diploma or certificate. A current Food Handlers' Certification is mandatory, and previous experience in a long-term care setting is preferred.

Compétences indiquées

• Service à la clientèle · Souhaitée
• Food preparation · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Sanitation · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Office · Souhaitée
• Team Leadership · Souhaitée
• Saisie de données · Souhaitée
• Gestion des stocks · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Food preparation
• Menu planning
• Dietary management
• Sanitation
• Inventory management
• Customer service
• Team leadership
• Communication
• Infection control
• Emergency procedures
• Microsoft Office
• Data entry
• Occupational health and safety
• Culinary techniques
• Nutrition Services
• Health And Safety Standards
• Student Placements
• Culinary Management
• Quality Monitoring
• Food Handler's Card
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Work
• Customer Service
• Confidentiality
• Cooking
• Integrated Care
• Creativity
• Emergency Procedures
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Innovation
• Infection Control
• Long-Term Care
• Modified Diets
• File Extension

Domaines d’emploi

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Pick-Up Associate
• Dietary Aide
• Health Associate Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Dietitians and Nutritionists