JOB POSTING

 

 

POSITION:                 Cook

 

MAIN FUNCTION:

The Cook is responsible for providing nutritious and well-balanced meals to residents.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

§          Prepares and cooks complete dinner meals according to the Canadian Food guide for shelter residents;

§          Ensures meals are prepared on time;

§          Estimates, orders and monitors ingredients and supplies required for meal preparation;

§          Ensures budget adherence;

§          Maintains the cleanliness of kitchen and dining facilities to ensure health standards are met;

§          Ensures sanitation and safety procedures are adhered to;

§          Maintains equipment used in food preparation;

§          Stores food properly and safely;

§          Maintains a record and inventory of stock and repairs;

§          Prepares meals for community feasts and other activities;

§          Supervises residents in the portioning of food, set-up of dining room, and clean-up of kitchen facilities;

§          Responsible for appropriate use of supplies and equipment to minimize loss and waste;

§          Other related duties as identified and required by their Manager

 

SKILLS REQUIRED:

§          Knowledge of dietary guidelines;

§          Cook a variety of foods in large quantities from scratch, utilizing standardized recipes;

§          Read, write, and understand written and oral instructions;

§          Familiarity with the use and care of kitchen equipment and supplies;

§          Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills;

§          Proficiency with computers or willingness to undertake computer training;

§          Able to work co-operatively

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

§          Completion of a program in cooking and several years of commercial cooking experience are required;

§          Demonstrated experience with large meal planning and large quantity cooking;

§          Criminal record check required;

§          Food Handler’s certificate required;

§          References required

 

Desirable:

§         Experience of working in the non-profit/charitable sector;

§         An understanding of the issues affecting homeless people;

§         Ability to interact positively with homeless people from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds

§         Knowledge of Native traditions and culture is an asset

 

Na-Me-Res provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified persons

 

CLOSING DATE:         April 30, 2008

 

A resume, cover letter, and references can be sent to:

 

Human Resources

26 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON M6G 2C4

Fax #:            (416) 651-1236 / Email: egorenak@nameres.org