Cook Jobs

Let us welcome you home to Hawthorne in Cochrane, Alberta.

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision : For every person to feel at home.

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honor to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavors.

As the Cook, you are responsible for the well-being of our residents through the preparation and delivery of quality, home-cooked meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals using current menu
• Ensure proper food handling, presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures
• Delivery of meals and clean up (smaller sites – confirm)
• Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements
• Store food in designated areas following all food safety and sanitation procedures
• Interact with residents to resolve inquiries in a friendly, service-oriented manner
• Monitor inventory and deliveries of product and supplies
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, supplies and utensils. Clean workstation thoroughly prior to leaving area. Keep display equipment clean and free of debris during meal service to comply with all sanitation and safety requirements
• Demonstrate complete understanding of current menu
• Maintain kitchen sanitation standards
• Ensure the environment is safe and sanitary staff and residents; makes efforts to reduce safety hazards, accidents, and injuries where possible

Qualifications And Experience

• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners
• Strong background in food services in a residential care setting or hotel
• Minimum of one (1) year experience with restaurant or home-cooking
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle fast paced environment
• Comprehensive food services knowledge, including focus on quality, production, sanitation, and presentation

Conditions of Employment

• COVID-19 vaccination proof. This requirement may be waived if you have received an exemption through the provincial government.
• Food Safe Certification
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• Clear Police Information Check

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