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Join Our Team as a Cook at Victoria Manor!

Are you passionate about cooking and eager to make a difference in the lives of others? Victoria Manor, a leading provider in the hospitality and food service sector, is looking for a dedicated Cook to join our team in Amherst, NS. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while working in a supportive and rewarding environment.

About the Role

As a Cook at Victoria Manor, you will play a vital role in preparing nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. Your expertise will help us create a welcoming dining experience that caters to individual dietary needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine food portion sizes and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes
• Accommodate customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare special meals as instructed by dietitians or chefs
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas for cleanliness and safety
• Train kitchen staff in food preparation and handling
• Order supplies and equipment as needed
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food and supplies
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage overall kitchen operations

Requirements

• Employment Duration: Permanent
• Language: English
• Work Hours: 80.5 hours bi-weekly
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 5 years or more in a similar role

Certificates and Licenses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Work Environment

• Setting: Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres
• Area of Work Experience: Community service organization
• Transportation: Own transportation required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding tasks
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to work under pressure

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgment
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management skills

Security and Safety

• Bondable
• Vulnerable sector check
• Criminal record check

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary ranging from $19.00 to $23.00 hourly (to be negotiated), along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
• Group insurance benefits
• Free parking available

Why Victoria Manor?

At Victoria Manor, we believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and service to our residents. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we want to hear from you!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.