Community Kitchen Cook

Job Description

<p>Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities.</p><p>Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors' apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area.</p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Core Function:</b></p><p>Responsible for the provision of quality food for community customers in accordance with sanitation regulations</p><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>Completion of Chef Training or diploma or diploma/certificate/apprenticeship in Culinary Management, Cook, Food and Nutrition or equivalent experience in batch/institutional cooking</p></li><li><p>Current Food Handler Safety Certificate</p></li><li><p>Minimum 3 years proven institutional / banquet cooking experience</p></li><li><p>Practical and theoretical knowledge of quantity food production, and knowledge of sanitation and safety standards for food services area</p></li><li><p>Experience cooking Chinese cuisine strongly preferred.</p></li><li><p>Ability to communicate orally and in writing, in both English and Chinese</p></li></ul><p><b>​Responsibilities: </b></p><ul><li><p>Prepares and cooks batch food and snacks according to pre-determined requirements and recipes, taking into account palatability and appetizing appearance. Adjusts dishes to accommodate for specific clinical diets as needed.</p></li><li><p>Pre-prepares food items according to set menus (regular, vegetarian, puree, and frozen).</p></li><li><p>Ensures food is cooked, stored and served at proper temperatures. Inspects and tastes food for quality. Labels and retains food samples</p></li><li><p>Accurately portions and serves food to clients</p></li><li><p>Provides input into menu planning</p></li><li><p>Coordinates work routines with other cook(s) and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation</p></li><li><p>Advises managers on changes in food ingredients to ensure nutritional labels are accurate.</p></li><li><p>Provides input and estimate on food ingredients, supplies and costs. Assists in ordering and receiving food supplies</p></li><li><p>Ensures a high standard of cleanliness and sanitization. Complies with public health and other legislative regulations Follows all food handling guidelines and monitors critical points to ensure food safety.</p></li><li><p>Cleans work surfaces, utensils and equipment. Maintains production areas, store rooms and refrigeration areas in a clean and organized condition. Assist in waste disposal.</p></li><li><p>Logs temperature of refrigerator/freezer and food temperature</p></li><li><p>Monitors and maintains inventory of food, supplies and equipment. Provides timely report to supervisor on issues, discrepancies, equipment failures, etc.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for stock rotation, ensuring items are used before the expiry date</p></li><li><p>Secures work area by locking doors, freezers, etc.</p></li><li><p>Cooks for community banquet when required.</p></li><li><p>Complies with risk management policy for health and safety</p></li><li><p>Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field</p></li><li><p>Other duties as assigned</p></li></ul><p><b>Physical Demands/Working Condition: </b></p><ul><li><p>Considerable standing, walking and lifting throughout the day</p></li><li><p>Evening and weekend when required</p></li><li><p>Exposed to heat, humidity and food waste</p></li></ul><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Please apply before: </b></p> <p><b> </b></p><p><b>Salary Range: </b></p>$ $28.74<p><b> </b></p><p><b>INTERNAL APPLICANTS: PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THE JOBS HUB</b></p><p>Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:</p><ul><li><p>Competitive total compensation package</p></li><li><p>Multi-employer pension plan</p></li><li><p>Professional development opportunities</p></li><li><p>Ongoing learning and development</p></li><li><p>Employee education assistance program</p></li><li><p>Award winning corporate culture</p></li><li><p>Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment</p></li></ul><p>Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.</p><p>Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate.</p><p>Our hiring process involves the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with screening of the applicants' resume. </p><p>This job is posted to fill an existing vacancy.</p>