About us
This Carter House provides a holistic and evidence-based approach to address the complex needs of families experiencing trauma and substance abuse disorder while focusing on delivering outcomes and recovery-based care. Our approach emphasizes a multi-disciplinary, person-centered, and family-focused model to address the diverse needs of those seeking recovery in Saskatchewan.
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and intelligent cook for our centre who is able to order food and think critically about how best to organize and prepare meals for our families. Our cook prepares the food for three meals per day and will assist another centre staff over meal times to serve the food in a plate service to clients in the centre. The cook will ensure our kitchen runs smoothly and effectively. They also keep track of kitchen inventory and promote food safety. They maintain cleanliness and order in the kitchen.
Knowledge and Experience:
• Understanding and maintenance of quality and safety in the kitchen
• Ensuring that food is prepared and stored in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Experience with different cooking tools, equipment, and utensils
• Expert knowledge of various cooking and preparation methods and procedures • Expert knowledge of safe food handling and storage theory and techniques • Expert knowledge of food contamination prevention
• Experience monitoring and minimizing waste
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Able to withstand long hours of standing, bending, and moving around • Basic knowledge of mathematics to ensure correct measurement of ingredients • Ability to follow recipe instructions
• Ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and order
• Comfort and experience in training others in preparation, cooking, and handling of foods • Ability to make adjustments to accommodate clients with specific diet and health concerns
• Knowledge of setting up cook workstation
• Coordination and time management
• Experience in cost management
• Punctuality and professionalism
Qualifications
• Red Seal certification would be preferred but not required • 3 – 5 years of cooking experience
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
Work Location: In person