Cook – PT

Job title:

Cook – PT

Company

Shepherd Village

Job description

Organization BackgroundShepherd Village is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit senior community and has been dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961. We’re committed to meeting the changing physical, spiritual and social needs of seniors through quality care and compassionate service. Everything we offer is designed to enhance the quality of life and peace-of-mind of our residents, and their family and friends.Shepherd Village is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Part-time Cook.What You Will Work OnAs a key member of the Food & Nutrition Services department, you will work as part of a team to plan and facilitate food production in the main kitchen by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for the Residents of Shepherd Village, in accordance with Long-term Care and Retirement legislation, Public Health regulations, and other applicable standards.What You Can Expect From Us

• Great culture as confirmed by the Organization having receive the Great Places to Work certification in October 2024.
• An opportunity to participate in and contribute to the work of the largest seniors care community in Toronto.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive Extended Health Care and Dental coverage.
• Employer paid Life insurance benefits; employee paid long-term disability insurance.
• Paid sick time.
• Enhanced with vacation time plan starting at 4 weeks plus additional float days each year supporting work-life balance.
• Matching contributions to a group RRSP.
• Location on a major transit line with a bus stop positioned at the Organization’s property.

How You’ll Create ImpactA successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of the Canada Food Guide and therapeutic diets, and be able to increase or decrease recipe yields based on the needs of facility. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills amongst his/her peers, and skillfully produce and craft catering orders for special occasions, large events and other meetings as needed.What Are Your Skills and ExperienceCompletion of Chef Training or Culinary Management diploma, requiredRed Seal Certified, preferred7+ years’ experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a long-term care, retirement or hospitality setting, requiredPrevious experience in large function catering, preferredEffectively communicate in English with staff, Residents and their family membersAbility to receive and follow instructions effectively and efficiently work independently or with othersCapable of meeting the physical requirements of the job, including but not limited to;Lifting up to 50lbs maxCarrying/transporting objects up to 25lbs maxBending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, stretchingPushing & pulling up to 100lbs maxStanding for prolonged periods of timeFrequent walking covering long distancesHow To Apply:Interested candidates should apply at:We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We are committed to accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the vacant position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.Successful candidates must provide a complete and current (i.e. within six months prior to hire date) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.Day Shift
max. 30 hours

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sun, 18 May 2025 05:01:11 GMT

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