Do you want to be part of an amazing team? We hire fantastic people, and we are looking for more caring individuals like you to make every moment matter for our residents and clients. Take that passion for what you do every day and provide care that helps people enjoy life to the fullest.
The Nigel Program is a licensed residential program for adults with complex disabilities. The interdisciplinary team at the Nigel Program provides nursing care, personal care, occupational and physical therapy, social work, dietary services, housekeeping services, and recreational therapy to facilitate active living programs.

SUMMARY

1. Orders and receives food supplies:

• Maintains inventory levels by ordering adequate food supplies from approved vendors
• Checks orders for correct quantity, quality, and cost
• Receives and puts items away in correct storage locations
• Ensures cold and dry storage areas are kept organized and clean
• Rotates stock and maintains FIFO protocols
• Communicates with cooks, Dietitians and Manager regarding shortages or product substitutions
• Documents issues with ordering and follow up with vendors as needed

1. Assists in production of food:

• Participates in recipe testing and menu development
• Assists in production of menu items and catering of special functions
• Utilizes food production/preparation equipment safely, reporting equipment hazards or failures
• Utilizes safe food handling techniques
• Ensures the work areas is left in a clean, tidy and safe condition

1. Performs other related duties:

• Completes audits of food production, meals, safety and sanitation to ensure quality assurance standards are met
• Assists in orientation of new employees

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Grade 12
• Completion of a cook’s training program and possession of a Certificate of Qualification
• Completion of the Provincial Food Safe training program; preferably completion of a recognized food services technician course
• An excellent knowledge of all types of cooking and baking;
• A minimum of three years as a Cooks’ Helper, or as a Cook
• The equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Skilled in the use of industrial kitchen equipment
• Ability to organize work and supervise and instruct staff;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Proficient in the use of various computer software programs.
• The equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Valid criminal record check
• Successful candidate will be required to report their vaccination status.
  To learn more about Broadmead Care please visit our website at www.broadmeadcare.com.
  Job Type: Casual
  Pay: $28.01 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Completes audits of food production, meals, safety and sanitation to ensure quality assurance standards are met
• Assists in orientation of new employee