SCHOOL COOK

Job DescriptionSalary: $18.41- $28.45School CookDepartment: Education Lakeview SchoolClassification/Level: CS 1-2 ( $18.41 $28.45)Employment Status: Full-Time Term (September to June)Hours: Monday to Friday (up to 30 hours per week)Position: Head Cook - CS- 2 ($23.28 - $28.45)Position: Assistant Cook - CS-1 ($18.41- $23.17)POSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the principal or vice-principal, the cooks are responsible for all aspects of food planning andpreparation provided within Lakeview School. The Cooks will oversee and ensure the highest quality of standards fornutritional meals and snacks for Lakeview Students, adhering to the Canada/First Nations Inuit & Metis Food Guidelines and public health regulations, including food storage and preparation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Kitchen ManagementComply with MFN Personnel Policies & Procedures, Food Safety Standards & Guidelines, including Health & Safety procedures within the work area. Prepares and maintains food/freezer/pantry inventory, along with equipment. Responsible to keep track of best-before-date labels to ensure all perishable and fresh foods are safe for consumption. Maintain and monitor current listing of children with food allergies or special dietary needs. Monitors working condition of all kitchen appliances and informs Supervisor of any concerns. Conducts housekeeping cleaning tasks to ensure kitchen is kept orderly and thoroughly disinfected and sanitized always. Food Planning & PreparationEnsures meals and snacks are prepared onsite in a timely manner to meet program routines and schedules, avoiding pre-packaged and processed foods. Practices safe food handling techniques, preparation, and storage for maximum nutritional value. Plans daily menus and tracks allergic and special dietary requirements and inform kitchen help. For budgeting purposes, maintain cost effective menu planning and purchasing based on planned menus in consultation with the Supervisor and cross-reference grocery purchase vs grocery receipt. Based on weekly menus, prepares, and completes a grocery list to include ordering and shopping. QUALIFICATIONS:OSSD or Equivalent, and at least one year direct work-related experienceCurrent WHMIS Certification or willingness to acquireSafe Food Handlers Certificate or willingness to acquireOther:Ability to read and understand labels and instructions for cleaning supplies and products.Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment, to maintain effective working relationships with all staff.Maintain professional attitude when interacting with students, parents, and all visitors.Maintain confidentiality always.Effective writing and verbal communication skills; and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of Anishinabek culture, traditions, and practices.Understanding and fluency in Anishinabemowin or willingness to learn are strong assets.Valid Drivers License and reliable vehicle would be an asset.The successful candidate will be required to submit acurrent thirty (30) day CRC/VSS; and an offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a satisfactory CRC/VSS record.CRC/VSS Rationale: MChigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. Applicants must provide a clear VSS Certificate. The VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an original.Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference), and applicable education certifications addressed to:Application Due Date: Open Until FilledAPPLY HERELakeview School CookHuman ResourcesP.O. Box 333 MCHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0Fax (705) 377-4980 oremployment@mchigeeng.caLATE OR INCOMPLETEapplications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.For Job Description, please contact Human Resourcesemployment@mchigeeng.ca