Job opportunity
FT - Cook (Granville Gates)
Connective Support Society
ROLE PURPOSE
The Cook is responsible for food preparation, finishing and serving of meals, maintaining clean and orderly working areas, participating in the development of menu plans, and assisting with inventory control and ordering of supplies.
LOCATION
Vancouver, British Columbia.
STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Union. This position is open to applicants of all genders.
HOURS
40 hours per week; Thursday -Saturday
Thursday Sunday and Monday 1200-2000
Friday and Saturday 0745-1545
REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager of the facility or their designate
Participates actively in house, staff, and staff/resident meetings
Participates as a member of the Connective staff team
Liaises with outside professionals from other agencies or government bodies as required
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Prepares, cooks and serves meals and snacks, including those for special dietary needs and special occasions in accordance with health and safety standards and the menu plan
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of work areas, storage, coolers, freezers, equipment, and work surfaces to a standard that meets all regulatory standards
Participates in the development of a menu plan in accordance with dietary requirements of licensing bodies and individual dietary needs of residents
Establishes, implements and communicates menu recipe requirements and instructions
Ensures the safe storage, handling and disposal of food and beverages
Safely and efficiently operates all equipment associated with the duties of the position
Attends staff in-service and continuing education opportunities provided by the Employer
Reports any situations that may be considered unsafe or a health risk
Notifies management of any repairs or maintenance required for kitchen appliances and equipment
Maintains an inventory management system for food and related supplies
Purchases and orders food items necessary for the preparation of meals. Ensures that purchases are within approved budget limits
Maintains an inventory of food and other related items. Stores food items
Provides kitchen orientation and meal preparation instruction to staff assisting with kitchen duties, including safe food handling and preparation
Other duties shall be assigned as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
Adhere to Connective policies and procedures
Be available to work flexible hours as needed. May include some evenings/weekends, as determined by the regional office needs and schedules
Is a member of CUPE local 1936-11
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
One year of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen and/or in a residential program preparing large quantity meals
An understanding of support and service provision to people with diverse needs
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others/within a team environment
Good written and verbal communication skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements outlined below are non-specific to the position, as such, there may be additional tasks required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities though our accommodation process.
Ability to walk up and down stairs
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform First Aid, CPR, and Naloxone administration
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
Ability to complete general housekeeping duties (i.e., sweeping, mopping, wiping areas, laundry, changing light bulbs)
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check for the vulnerable sector
Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements
Food Safe Certificate (Level 1 and Level 2)
COMPENSATION
As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $27.11 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees). The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $31.04 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees).
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Apply on source site The Cook is responsible for food preparation, finishing and serving of meals, maintaining clean and orderly working areas, participating in the development of menu plans, and assisting with inventory control and ordering of supplies.
LOCATION
Vancouver, British Columbia.
STATUS AND CLASSIFICATION
Union. This position is open to applicants of all genders.
HOURS
40 hours per week; Thursday -Saturday
Thursday Sunday and Monday 1200-2000
Friday and Saturday 0745-1545
REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager of the facility or their designate
Participates actively in house, staff, and staff/resident meetings
Participates as a member of the Connective staff team
Liaises with outside professionals from other agencies or government bodies as required
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Prepares, cooks and serves meals and snacks, including those for special dietary needs and special occasions in accordance with health and safety standards and the menu plan
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of work areas, storage, coolers, freezers, equipment, and work surfaces to a standard that meets all regulatory standards
Participates in the development of a menu plan in accordance with dietary requirements of licensing bodies and individual dietary needs of residents
Establishes, implements and communicates menu recipe requirements and instructions
Ensures the safe storage, handling and disposal of food and beverages
Safely and efficiently operates all equipment associated with the duties of the position
Attends staff in-service and continuing education opportunities provided by the Employer
Reports any situations that may be considered unsafe or a health risk
Notifies management of any repairs or maintenance required for kitchen appliances and equipment
Maintains an inventory management system for food and related supplies
Purchases and orders food items necessary for the preparation of meals. Ensures that purchases are within approved budget limits
Maintains an inventory of food and other related items. Stores food items
Provides kitchen orientation and meal preparation instruction to staff assisting with kitchen duties, including safe food handling and preparation
Other duties shall be assigned as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
Adhere to Connective policies and procedures
Be available to work flexible hours as needed. May include some evenings/weekends, as determined by the regional office needs and schedules
Is a member of CUPE local 1936-11
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
One year of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen and/or in a residential program preparing large quantity meals
An understanding of support and service provision to people with diverse needs
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others/within a team environment
Good written and verbal communication skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements outlined below are non-specific to the position, as such, there may be additional tasks required. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities though our accommodation process.
Ability to walk up and down stairs
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform First Aid, CPR, and Naloxone administration
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
Ability to complete general housekeeping duties (i.e., sweeping, mopping, wiping areas, laundry, changing light bulbs)
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check for the vulnerable sector
Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements
Food Safe Certificate (Level 1 and Level 2)
COMPENSATION
As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $27.11 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees). The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $31.04 per hour (plus 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay for Part-Time employees, 10.6% in lieu of vacation pay and benefits for casual employees).
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