Cook/Baker

Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.
Location:
Melville Heights
Title:
Cook
Pay:
$19.72/hr
Schedule:
Part-time
- Shifts vary but go no later than 7:
30 p.M.
**Responsibilities**:
- Prepare nutritious, flavourful and attractive food, following Canada’s Food Guide and the established menu, for our residents
- Assists in food budgeting, utilizing materials and food in an appropriate manner to minimize waste
- Knowledgeable of resident food allergies and dietary restrictions
- Cater for special events
- Makes recipe and menu adaptations when necessary
- Ensure safe food storage and disposal
Qualifications:
- Culinary certificate or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of nutritional needs/food preparation considerations in a long-term care setting is an asset
- WHIMIS certification
- Clear criminal record check
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
- Physically fit/able to perform physically demanding tasks
- Team player, works well with others
- Background in baking is an asset
600 hour probationary period
**Job Types**:
Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours:
22.5 per week
**Salary**:
$20.02 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks are required for the interview.
**Experience**:
- Cooking:
2 years (required)
**Language**:
- fluent English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)
Work Location:
In person