Temporary Cook part time

Cook

Temporary Part Time

About the Windsor Elms Village (Falmouth, NS): Windsor Elms Village is an Eden Registered Home with a resident-directed philosophy of care. It builds on a rich history and reflects our commitment to continue to evolve to meet the emerging needs of seniors in Nova Scotia. We will continue to embrace life, provide compassionate support and encourage meaningful relationships with residents, families, staff and the community. We are creating a home environment where residents can continue to grow and experience the fullness of life.

Creating a Sense of Home: We are home to 108 residents. At Windsor Elms Village there are three distinct neighbourhoods. Each neighbourhood has four houses of nine residents. With such a diverse group of residents, you will find each house has its own character. At WEV, we strive to create flexibility that mirrors life in the communities and homes our residents have known.

Cook: We are seeking a temporary Part Time Cook to work in our Home. Additional shifts and cross training in other roles within the kitchen and Home may be available.

About the Role The Cook is responsible for taking a leading role in coordinating the activities of the Foodservice Department and for the preparation and handling of food according to the resident and cafe menus, recipe specifications, resident preferences and diets/textures, kitchen and catering requests. The Cook is responsible to ensure attractive, appetizing, nutritious and safe meals are prepared. The Cook is responsible to ensure food safety standards are met at all times and staff safety is of paramount importance.

Strengths of the successful applicant must include being a team player with a positive attitude who adheres to food safety and infection control standards, follows safe cash handling procedures, and understands the critical nature of adhering to the residents' diets & textures while supporting their preferences.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Cook Certification required

· Reliable and dependable

· Foodservice experience an asset

· Proven work ethic

· Demonstrates leadership abilities

· Excellent attendance record

· Friendly, professional and demonstrates skills in customer service

· Demonstrates an interest in improving knowledge by attending available educational opportunities

· Organized and able to multi-task

· Proven strong initiative

· Displays a positive attitude and behavior

· Knowledge of therapeutic diets and textures an asset

· Motivated and self-directed

· Understands and demonstrates strong teamwork

· Excellent communication skills

abilities

· Strictly adheres to infection control and food safety standards

Interested in applying?

Windsor Elms offers a competitive compensation package and a work environment where team work and individual contributions are valued. Submit a resumé to [email protected] or fax 902-798-3302.