Chef Job in Vernon, British Columbia

Based on menus, sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following standardized recipes. Provides for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities;  Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary foodhandling practices;  Completes all necessary documentation (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned;  Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Chef;  Alerts Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action. Assists with maintaining the security of the department;  Participates actively in department's Quality Management program and any department/facility committees as requested;  Complies with all provincial regulations, established food and beverage department policies and procedures and ORCA standards to ensure the department is tour ready;  Attends department and facility team member meetings, in-services and other required training sessions;  Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members.  Attends in-service meetings;  In the absence of the Chef and Food & Beverage Manager, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers;  Advises supervisor or designate immediately of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports;  Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents;  Wears personal protective equipment as designated;  Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles;  Maintains a sound working knowledge of their role & responsibilities during all Emergency situations when working different shifts