Chef

Reports to: Director of Care

Position Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring goals and objectives are developed and executed in alignment with the vision, mission, values, and strategic priorities of Hospice Niagara
• Engaging with residence clients to understand food preferences, requirements, and respecting and accommodating cultural needs
• Menu planning, purchasing, and preparation for Day Hospice, Residence, daily soup, and other programs • Maintaining inventory and shopping for ingredients and other supplies; maintaining food storage areas (i.e., fridges, pantry, shelving, etc.) • Attending weekly rounds and providing input related to the nutritional needs of clients • Mentoring and training new staff, volunteers, and students in food preparation processes • Demonstrating and coordinating food preparation techniques and practices • Maintaining standards, including food preparation as outlined by Public Health Unit; serving as a key point of contact for routine inspections • Identifying and coordinating maintenance and repairs of kitchen equipment (i.e., stove, dishwasher, blender, etc.) • Maintaining budget and responsible for ongoing cost analyses • Recording client’s nutritional intake information and instructions • Working proactively to protect the interests of the organization and mitigate risk, whenever possible; advising supervisor of issues and working with a solutions-based approach • Raising positive community awareness of hospice palliative care and of the programs and services provided by Hospice Niagara • Demonstrating personal initiative and participation in other aspects of working for a non-profit organization, including participating in organizational events and fundraising activities • Supervision, training, and input into performance management of kitchen volunteers • Overseeing and guiding kitchen volunteers to support food preparation • Other duties, as assigned

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong sense of public health requirements with expert knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures • Exceptional customer and personal service skills with ability to anticipate the needs of clients • High degree of self-direction and self-motivation • Ability to focus on multiple tasks at one time, with regular interruptions • Strong listening, problem solving, time management, and prioritization skills • Highly developed judgment, diplomacy, confidentiality, and integrity • Creative flair for coming up with innovative and original ideas related to resource allocation and meal planning • Experience effectively communicating information in one-on-one and group settings • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (French and other languages considered an asset) • Strong dedication to the vision, mission, and values of Hospice Niagara • Proficiency in computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel • Occasional flexibility to work varying shifts, including days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on organizational needs • Exhibit a professional, compassionate and caring approach • Demonstrate strong active listening and interpersonal communication skills • Ability to develop relationships based on trust, compassion, and empathy • Effectively set appropriate boundaries and understand the limitations of volunteers in client care • Demonstrate a high degree of self-direction and self-motivation • Demonstrate a healthy adjustment to loss and exercise ongoing self-care

Academic, Training, Knowledge & Experience:

Requirements

• Strong sense of public health requirements with expert knowledge of kitchen equipment and procedures • Exceptional customer and personal service skills with ability to anticipate the needs of clients • High degree of self-direction and self-motivation • Ability to focus on multiple tasks at one time, with regular interruptions • Strong listening, problem solving, time management, and prioritization skills • Highly developed judgment, diplomacy, confidentiality, and integrity • Creative flair for coming up with innovative and original ideas related to resource allocation and meal planning • Experience effectively communicating information in one-on-one and group settings • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (French and other languages considered an asset) • Strong dedication to the vision, mission, and values of Hospice Niagara • Proficiency in computer skills including Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel • Occasional flexibility to work varying shifts, including days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on organizational needs • Exhibit a professional, compassionate and caring approach • Demonstrate strong active listening and interpersonal communication skills • Ability to develop relationships based on trust, compassion, and empathy • Effectively set appropriate boundaries and understand the limitations of volunteers in client care • Demonstrate a high degree of self-direction and self-motivation • Demonstrate a healthy adjustment to loss and exercise ongoing self-care