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Pension *% In Lieu of Benefits *Employee Assistance Program *Staff Appreciation Events *Training *Mentorship Opportunities *Employee Wellness *Peer Support Team *Annual Wage Increases Cook (Casual) Posting # 2025-83 Hours of Work: Days, Evenings, & Weekends (as scheduled) Salary: $23.69 to $26.85 Primary Location: The John M. Parrott Centre Closing Date: June 26, 2025 Why Work With Us We believe in empowering people to live their best lives – not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well-being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired. The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home located in the Town of Greater Napanee. We offer free parking, a safe work environment, and advanced technology to support our staff. We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization. What You Will Do Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well-being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include: Prepares menu items following recipes, menus, therapeutic diets, production sheets and departmental procedures Operates commercial equipment in a safe manner Portion food requirements for each RHA, Rotates Stock and plans utilization of leftover foods Follows all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and sanitation practices to ensure food safety Acts in charge in the absence of the Manager and Supervisor. Will oversee and train (if needed) dietary staff and advise a worker of the existence of potential or actual danger of which they are aware. Make staff aware of written procedure for the protection of the worker and take every precaution reasonable to protect the worker They shall ensure staff are properly trained to perform their duties safely Portion and serve correct meals to residents and guests Responsible for setting and clearing tables and keeping the work areas, dining room and other areas in the department clean and sanitized Assist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishments Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance Standards Functions effectively and contributes positively to the Dietary Services Team Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code All other duties as assigned What You Will Bring We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings: Must have completed a chef training or a culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Preference will be given to those who possess a Red Seal Designation Possesses a secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalent Must possess a Safe Food Handler Certificate to be renewed every five years Must have good written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated expertise in quantity food production and be able to provide instruction to Dietary Aides as required Previous experience as a cook is required Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English Requires understanding of the special needs of those who reside in long term care homes and the Ministry of Health Compliance Standards in this setting Exhibit patience and tact in their daily tasks involving residents, guests and staff Must be in good physical health, be clean and neat in appearance and have excellent personal hygiene Ability to lift up to forty pounds as well as stand and walk for the entire shift Join Us & Make a Difference The John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Also, through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning. The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential. Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process, and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Show more Show less
