Cook (Full-time Permanent)

Job title:

Cook (Full-time Permanent)

Company

The Lake of the Woods District Hospital

Job description

Competition Number2025-822-009Job TypeFull-time PermanentHours1.00 FTEClassificationCOOK1DepartmentNutrition and Environmental ServicesSalary$30.1598 to $30.8549 per hourAs per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective AgreementClosing DateTuesday, February 4, 2025DescriptionAs part of the Nutrition and Environmental Services team, the cook is responsible for the preparation of a variety of food items for patients, visitors and staff in accordance with sanitary regulations. The cook will prepare food for patients that are on regular, modified or therapeutic diets.If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum Assistant Cook Certification
• Minimum one year experience in institutional or commercial food handling and food preparation
• Ability to work in accordance with safe food handling practices
• Must be physically able to stand, reach, bend and lift on a regular basis
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform routine tasks (including but not limited to pot washing, dishes, sweeping, mopping, cleaning, food prep)
• Knowledge of WHMIS
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred
• Reliable attendance record

Please apply through the online application process viaWe thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393

Expected salary

$30.51 per hour

Location

Kenora, ON

Job date

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 03:17:21 GMT

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