Cook

Work setting

• Retirement home

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Order supplies and equipment
• Supervise kitchen staff and helpers
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• Clean kitchen and work areas
• Manage kitchen operations

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Canadian

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management