Assistant Cook

Employer

Barrhead & District Social Housing Association

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Rural area
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Retirement home

Tasks

• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Organize buffets and banquets

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Cook Trade Certification
• Food Safety Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and safety

• Vulnerable sector check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Shift
• Morning
• Night

Experience

Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program