Cook (Casual) - Riverwalk Retirement Residence

Come join the team at Riverwalk Retirement Residence and see for yourself what working at Calgary’s newest luxury Retirement Community can be like. We believe food is more than sustenance. Good food should be enjoyed with friends, made with fresh local ingredients, prepared from scratch by an experienced culinary team member like you! You will be responsible for ensuring amazing culinary delights are created for our Full-service Restaurant, Pub and Bistro/Café, in our Hotel-like Retirement Residence. As employees at a Verve Senior Living Retirement Residence, our primary goal is to help each person, have a great day, every day! Our employees thrive on collaboration and have a passion for excellence, achieving multiple awards including the Order of Excellence in Quality, from Excellence Canada. As part of our team, the things you do are key to helping us achieve our shared vision of helping seniors live longer, better. Oh, and you’ll also have a lot of fun doing it. Want to join us?

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE

Under the direction of the Dining Services Manager/Head Chef, is responsible for the preparation and garnishing of attractively plated, nutritious meals for residents and guests.

Ensures cleanliness and of the kitchen and equipment in accordance with public health standards and regulations.

Background/Qualifications

We prefer candidates with a minimum of grade 12 education. While formal chef training or a culinary management diploma from a college is an asset, we also recognize equivalent experience and qualifications. Ideally, you will have at least 2 years of experience in Quantity Cooking and Food Preparation at the Cook I or Cook II level. Although a Red Seal certification is preferred, it is not mandatory. A valid Safe Food Handler's certificate is required, and effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are essential.

In addition to being part of a rewarding and supportive team, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Evenings Free: Enjoy your evenings off and have quality time for personal pursuits.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing Training and Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth through training opportunities and career advancement programs.
• Health and Dental Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental coverage to ensure your well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for the future with our retirement savings program, helping you secure your financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in and contributes to the continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program.
• Prepares and produces all meals and catered services as per the posted menu
• Assists in menu planning and recipe development by providing input on resident acceptability.
• Participates in developing, standardizing and costing of recipes by ensuring portion control.
• Forecasts food production requirements on a daily basis and plans for effective utilization of food and leftovers.
• Collects, labels and stores food samples from each meal.
• Ensures that menu changes are approved by the dining services manager.
• Presents appetizing and appealing meals to the resident and ensuring that the appropriate temperature of the food is documented and maintained (hot food hot, cold food cold).
• Ensures that dining service attendants demonstrate sanitation, safety and infection control procedures.
• Directs and trains staff involved with food preparation and proper use of equipment.
• Replaces staff for call-in.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Prepares, receives and stores food purchases and supply orders.
• Responsible for cleaning, maintenance and safety of all kitchen equipment.
• Monitors risks such as correct food temperatures, fridge and freezer temperatures, dish and pot washing temperatures,
• Monitors food quality, quantity, appearance and portion size.
• Participates in departmental in-services
• Provides general supervision of the food service operation in the absence of the dining services manager/head chef.
• Keeps the dining service manager/head chef informed of any staff member whose performance is less than satisfactory,
• Performs all other duties as assigned or delegated by the dining services manager/head chef or other members of the residences management team
• Maintains effective communication, both written and verbal with co-workers, Uses appropriate lines of communication with management staff
• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Workplace Hazardous Material information System, Food Premises regulations. This includes recognizing health and safety hazards, reporting incidents, fulfilling responsibilities under the applicable legislation, as well as participating in in-services and fire drills.

Verve Senior Living is an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the residents and communities in which we live and serve. If you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process, please let us know.

All offers of employment are subject to a Criminal Background Check. We thank all those who apply; however only candidates under consideration will be contacted.