About this role
*Job Title: Cook*
*Department*: Resident Care
*Reports to*: Lead, Kitchen and Nutrition
*Number of Positions*: Two (2)
*Employment Status*: Permanent Part-Time; 0.5 FTE; 18.75 hours per week over a four (4) week scheduling cycle
*Varying shifts: *Mornings, Afternoons, Weekends, Holidays
*Location*: On-site; Burlington, Ontario
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*About the Organization*
Carpenter Hospice is an 11-bed home in the heart of Burlington that offers resident-based care to individuals in the last stages of their lives, and community-based programs for individuals dealing with grief or a life-limiting illness.
*Position Summary*
Reporting to the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead, the Cook supports all aspects of food service within Carpenter Hospice's in-residence kitchen. The role prepares and serves safe, nourishing and appealing meals and baked goods in accordance with approved menus, residents' dietary requirements, and individual preferences. The Cook also supports food receiving and storage, inventory rotation, kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and compliance with health and food safety requirements.
Food can be an important source of comfort, dignity and connection at end of life. The Cook works collaboratively with the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead, clinical staff, Personal Support Workers and volunteers, and interacts respectfully with residents, families and visitors in a sensitive hospice environment.
*Key Responsibilities*
Food Preparation and Service
* Prepare and serve meals, snacks, beverages and baked goods in accordance with approved menus, recipes and food-service procedures. * Follow documented dietary requirements, therapeutic or modified diets, texture modifications, allergies, cultural needs and personal preferences and other instructions established in the resident's plan of care. * Adapt portions and presentation, where appropriate, to support residents' comfort, appetite, cultural needs and personal preferences. * Communicate resident food preferences, intake concerns and changes to the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead and appropriate clinical staff. * Ensure standards for food quality, appearance, temperature, timing and service are consistently met. * Support meal service for residents and as directed, food preparation for families, visitors, meetings or special events.
Food Safety and Sanitation
* Use safe food handling, preparation, cooling, reheating and storage practices in accordance with Halton Region Public Health requirements and applicable food service industry standards. * Complete and maintain required food-temperature, sanitation and other kitchen records accurately and on time. * Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, work surfaces, storage areas, floors and dining areas according to established schedules and procedures. * Use appropriate infection prevention and control practices, personal protective equipment and safe work procedures. * Identify and promptly report food safety concerns, equipment problems, hazards, incidents and maintenance needs to the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead or designate.
Kitchen Operations and Teamwork
* Receive, label, date and store food and supplies; rotate stock using first-in, first-out practices to reduce spoilage and waste. * Monitor day-to-day supply needs and advise the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead of shortages or anticipated needs. * Follow the direction of the Kitchen and Nutrition Lead when supporting kitchen volunteers and help maintain a safe, respectful and organized work environment. * Work collaboratively with clinical staff and Personal Support Workers to coordinate meal preparation and service around resident needs. * Protect residents' privacy and confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries. * Participate in orientation, education, staff meetings and quality-