Job ID: 1727 Prep Cook

Hospitality & Food Service

August 7th, 2024
The Jacob - Beamsville
Part time

Employer: The Jacob Gracious Senior Living

Phone: 905-563-3322

Email: executivechef@thejacob.ca

Closing Date: 08/24/2024

Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the successful incumbent in the position of Prep Cook will be responsible for preparing meals for our residents, using standardized recipes and prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion-controlled quantities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Prepare daily menu items following standardized recipes and prescribed diets utilizing appropriate food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner
Ensure food is stored in appropriate containers, labeled, and rotated to ensure high standards of freshness, minimize waste, and maximize quality
Utilize proper food handling techniques at all times
Monitor the quality and quantity of food supplies
Follow established procedures for sanitation, safety, and quality assurance
Daily cleaning and dishwashing duties
Continuously follow our “good customer service” principle and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day to day practices

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Food Handling Certificate preferred
Experienced in large quantity food preparation, as well as cooking from “scratch”
Strong working knowledge of food services industry principles, methods, practices, and techniques
Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
Push, pull wheeled equipment up to 50 pounds
Bend, kneel, and work with arms raised on a regular basis
Walk and stand on a variety of surfaces for at least 4 hrs per day

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