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Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?
Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations.
Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.
Effective October 26th, 2021, all new hires to Fraser Health will need to have full COVID 19 vaccination (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines). Please note this applies to all postings, and individual medical exemptions must be approved by the Provincial Health Officer.
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Fraser Health is proudly recognized as a BC Top Employer . Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.
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Detailed Overview
Plans, prepares and directs the preparation of food in accordance with established menu requirements, facility standards, Food Safe standards and government regulations.
Responsibilities

• Receives and checks deliveries to ensure items listed on invoices are received in good condition; reports any discrepancies to the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services; organizes food storage areas, freezers and refrigerators.
• Minimizes food waste through production control; maintains established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Maintains overall cleanliness and sanitation of cooking areas and kitchen equipment meeting Public Health requirements.
• Tests food items for palatability, temperature, quality and adjusts accordingly.
• Evaluates meals being served to ensure that established standards of quantity, quality, presentation, and service of food are maintained.
• Prepares and directs preparation of food in accordance with established menus and standardized recipes.
• Compiles quality assurance data as instructed by the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services.
• Follows nutritional care plan as outlined for the clients and communicates compliance to the dietitian.
• Notifies the Coordinator, Nutrition & Housekeeping Services of any dry goods/supplies that need to be ordered and reports damaged and non-operable equipment
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Plans cooking schedules to ensure meals are prepared and served in accordance with meal and nourishment times.
• Assists, advises and directs food service workers, clients, and/or volunteers; monitors and corrects procedures as required.

Qualifications
Education and Experience
Successful completion of a recognized Institutional Cooking Program and one year's recent, related work experience. Current Food Safe Level I certificate.
Skills And Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.