Floater Cook (Contract)

Job title: Floater Cook (Contract)

Job description: We currently have full time 6 months contract opportunity for a floater cook position.

Find meaningful work with seniors.

Enjoy working on a high-performance team while making a difference in the lives of independent seniors.

Choose to work at one of our many communities across Calgary.

Benefit from flexible hours and shift differentials.

Reporting to the Dining Services Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of meals as assigned and responsible to act in the capacity of the Dining Services Supervisor in their absence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the preparation, delivery of food, organization, and cleanliness of the kitchen and food storage areas to the standard established by Silvera.
• Responsible to serve meals and also responsible for the kitchen’s compliance with all safe food handling procedures to meet the standards of Public Health regulations
• Receives and controls the inventory of all food, non-food supplies, and chemicals in cooperation with the Dining Services Supervisor.
• Participates in and promotes Silvera’s Health and Safety program. Reports any safety issues to the Community Manager or designate and is knowledgeable in emergency procedures and can act accordingly.
• Responsible for ensuring the proper working order of all kitchen equipment
• Required to travel between all communities to relieve other cooks on vacation or extended leaves of absence

Desired skills:

• Must have at least one (1) year institutional/large batch cooking experience.
• Valid class 5 drivers license and access to a vehicle.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Must possess a flexible, willing, and positive attitude and a high standard of hygiene and personal appearance
• Must have WHMIS, Food Handling courses, and may be required to hold First Aid certification.
• Able to work independently or as a team member, and must be able to meet deadlines.
• “Red Seal”/journeyman’s papers or pursuing this training preferred.
• Basic computer skills

Hours of work:

• Rotational shift work required, including weekends. Shift times vary at different

communities but are typically as follows: * 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

What we offer:

• Competitive wage
• Training is provided
• Personally rewarding work as part of a great team
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to work near your home

Silvera employees create positive impact every day. Together, we serve people who make their home with us, including in our supportive living communities, which provide meals, housekeeping and Active Aging programs.

Our workforce is diverse, and there are opportunities in dining, housekeeping, maintenance and administration. We celebrate each other through training, recognition and opportunities for growth. We offer flexible full-time, part-time and casual hours.

Silvera. More than 55 years of non-profit service to Calgarians. Home to more than 1,450 residents. Live your best life with us by building a meaningful career.

Please Note: We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will not be accepting phone calls about individual applications.

All pre-screen questions must be answered for an application to be processed.

In accordance with the Alberta Accommodation Standards, all successful candidates are required to complete a criminal record check prior to commencing employment and all offers made are contingent upon a successful criminal record check.

For further information on us, please visit our website: www.silvera.ca.

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