cook, institution

Work setting

• Retirement home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cook Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian
• European

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Other benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week