Cook, Middlesex (Clinton)

Unifor Bargaining Unit

Internal / External Posting

Cook

Part‑time position

About the South Huron Hospital Association (SHHA):

We serve the Municipality of South Huron and its adjacent communities—a catchment area of approximately 19,000 residents. The hospital is located in the village of Exeter, approximately 30 minutes north of London, and provides 24/7 emergency services in addition to acute, rehabilitation and complex continuing care inpatient services and various diagnostic and ambulatory services. Our staff also supports family practice and walk‑in care at the South Huron Medical Centre. As a small rural hospital, we cherish the relationship we have with our community and pledge uncompromising standards to those we serve.

Position Description The Cook is responsible for the preparation of patient orders and required hospitality items in accordance with applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

Preparing meals for patients, including special orders to accommodate dietary restrictions

Ensuring that meals are prepared and presented to a high standard of quality, with appropriate portions

Communication with other staff to keep informed as to patient needs

Promoting and serving meals in the cafeteria

Supporting business functions and special occasions (e.g., staff appreciation events)

Placing food orders with suppliersMonitoring kitchen inventory and ingredients

Properly rotating inventory using a food rotation system, verifying that all food products are dated and organized for quality assurance

Operating cash register, handling cash, making change and running reports

Ensuring the kitchen operates in compliance with Hospital Policies and Procedures

Ensuring safety and sanitation of the kitchen

Qualifications

Secondary School Diploma

Current Certificate of Qualification as a Cook, preferred

Food Service Worker Certificate, preferred

Valid certificate in Safe Food Handling required

Minimum of one (1) year experience in large volume food service in an institutional setting

Demonstrated familiarity with dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets

Co‑operative and able to communicate effectively with patients, public and other healthcare team members

Possess good organizational skills

Excels in both a team environment and as a self‑directed worker

Current Police Check/Vulnerable Sector Screen and immunization status required upon hire

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise the Human Resources department if you require accommodation.

Qualified individuals may submit a resume and covering letter in confidence via this website. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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