Professional Cook

Richmond Kinsmen Adult Day Centre – Richmond BC

Casual Saturday Cook

Richmond Kinsmen Adult Day Centre is a well-regarded non-profit agency providing Adult Day Program services to Richmond seniors since 1981.

We are currently seeking a cook to prepare hot lunches for our Saturday program. We are in search of uniquely special person with at least one years' experience cooking in different styles and cuisines – everything from traditional classics to Asian-inspired dishes – who is a self-starter, creative, passionate about food, and genuinely interested in the wellbeing of seniors. You must have excellent interpersonal skills, be a team player, have the ability to work unsupervised, and most importantly, be receptive to bringing a bit of fun and joy to the workplace.

We've worked exceptionally hard to form our current team of amazing people and we are committed to keeping our workplace dynamic!

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

Performs inventory control duties such as storing and rotating food and supplies.

Performs cleaning duties such as cleaning food preparation equipment, cleaning sinks and counters, cleaning kitchen and storage areas.

Washes, scrubs, and rinses pots, pans, dishes, and utensils by hand and dishwasher.

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

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Grade 12

· Professional Cook Training Certificate

· Certificates in First Aid and Food Safe

· Related one year experience

EXPECTED COMPETENCIES

· Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

· Ability to deal with others effectively

· Ability to operate related equipment

· Intermediate level user of Word, Excel, and Outlook

ASSETS

Second language and knowledge of other cultures.

OTHER

As this position is in the vulnerable sector, a criminal record check will be required.

We thank all applicants and advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.