Cook (Casual) - The Waterford

Looking for a job where you can contribute to the sum of human happiness and truly make a difference? Join us! We're crafting a purposeful, happy and vibrant seniors' community where our residents and employees flourish together.

The Waterford has been a respected leader in senior living in South Delta since 2002, offering both independent living and private long-term care. We are part of Bria Communities, a local, private company that operates four vibrant retirement communities in South Delta and Langley.

Who are you?

You want to work for a company that sees people of all ages as valuable individuals, not just numbers, clients or patients. Your values include:

• Acting with respect to people of all ages, but especially older adults
• Providing elevated customer services that put seniors' needs, comfort, and dignity first
• Being a supportive and collaborative team member who contributes your skills and knowledge to create purposeful, happy and vibrant senior communities.
• Leading the way by taking initiative, always improving, and bringing positivity to work with you every day.

Why join our team

• Competitive wages
• Discounted employee meals
• Career growth and development opportunities
• We're locally owned and operated

Shifts: 10:30am to 7:00pm

Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Culinary Services/Executive Chef or designate, the Cook is responsible for producing high quality, great tasting and well presented food every day following recipes and menus set by the Executive / Sous Chef. Has a passion for using fresh ingredients and creatively contributing to the culinary teams goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of menu items and will maintain the Bria Cuisine standard of food quality and service.
• Operates cooking equipment in a safe and proper manner. Checks equipment and cooking area after use to ensure safety requirements are maintained. Ensures equipment is maintained in a proper working order and reports any hazards to management.
• Ensures safety and hygiene practices/procedures are adhered to and assists in maintaining quality assurance standards that comply with all Health and Safety Standards and Regulations.
• Act as the lead for food production in the absence of the Executive Chef or Manager to ensure seamless department operations.
• Maintains a current knowledge of company policies and procedures and commits to, and executes the Bria Cuisine standards.
• Promotes and maintains positive communication and relationships among management, employees, residents and the public.
• Actively contributes recipe and menu ideas to the Chef, thinking creatively and in response to resident feedback.
• Ensure residents' rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained, except in the proper operation of the business.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Education & Experience

• Diploma from a recognized culinary school preferred
• Experience in a recognized establishment required
• Food Safe Certificate
• Red Seal Certificate is a definite asset

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to establish and maintain good interpersonal relations by displaying tact, courtesy and patience with residents, guests, volunteers and employees.
• Able to work independently with a minimum of supervision
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Communicates effectively, organize the departmental operations, and supervise subordinates when acting as lead hand
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and producing great food every day
• Fluent in written and oral English.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have the stamina to be on their feet for up to 8 hours
• Safely and efficiently operate all equipment required for the position's duties.
• Seniors residences that offer a friendly, community-oriented living experience.