Cook

Résidence Unique Sherbrooke is looking for a cook to join its food service team. You prepare flavourful meals every day, adapted to our residents’ needs, in a kitchen where quality and food safety go hand in hand.

As a cook, you will have the opportunity to:

Food preparation and service

• Prepare and cook the daily menus — starters, main courses, sides and desserts — following the established recipe sheets.

• Adapt recipes and textures to residents’ specific diets: low-sodium, diabetic, minced, puréed and modified textures.

• Take part in menu planning and in the creation of new recipes.

• Ensure attractive plating and maintain proper food temperatures throughout service.

• Take an active part in meal service during peak periods.

Food safety and sanitation

• Rigorously apply MAPAQ hygiene and food safety standards.

• Keep the kitchen, equipment and work areas orderly, clean and disinfected.

• Monitor and record refrigerator and freezer temperatures.

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any malfunction.

Inventory and supplies

• Receive deliveries, verify that orders match what was ordered and ensure stock rotation.

• Contribute to inventory management in order to reduce food waste.

• Store food properly in the appropriate storage areas.

Teamwork and contact with residents

• Work closely with the kitchen team, the dining room staff and the care team.

• Show empathy, patience and courtesy in every direct or indirect interaction with residents.

Requirements

Education

• Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in institutional food service (cuisine d’établissement) or equivalent.

Certification

• Food hygiene and sanitation certificate (food handler or food service manager).

Experience

• One to two years of kitchen experience. Experience in an institutional setting, an RPA or a CHSLD is a strong asset.

Skills

• Works quickly and efficiently.

• Good physical condition: able to stand for long periods and lift loads.