Assistant Cook

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority; Fisher Branch; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority in Fisher Branch is seeking an Assistant Cook to support regular meals, therapeutic and texture-modified menus for patients, staff, volunteers and visitors. Under the Manager's direction, you will prepare, plate and portion meals with attention to safety and quality.

The role requires Grade 11 education, a valid Food Handlers Certificate (within six months), knowledge of therapeutic diets, and at least three years in commercial food services,

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 11 education.
• Food Handlers Certificate (must be obtained within six months). Re-certification current.
• Knowledge in therapeutic diets and texture modification.
• Minimum of three years commercial food services experience, preferably in health care and/or quantity cooking.
• Ability to operate required equipment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; English proficiency.
• Satisfactory employment record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, serve and portion meals for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards in all kitchen areas.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Provide courteous, effective customer service.
• Assist with texture-modified and therapeutic diets as required.
• Support Mission, Vision and Values of the health authority.

Skills

Therapeutic diets

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Grade 11 education

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Requisition ID: 414126
Position Number: UNCERTCOOKFB_01
City: Fisher Branch
Employer: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority
Site: Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority - Fisher Personal Care Home
Department / Unit: Support Services
Job Stream: Non-Clinical
Union: MGEU
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 10/13/2026 - 02/28/2027
FTE: 0.30
Anticipated Shift: Days
Salary: As per collective agreement
Mat-Pat LOA (subject to a minimum notice of 2 weeks or 1 pay period, whichever is longer)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, Support Services and Cook, the Assistant Cook performs the assigned duties for the provision of regular, therapeutic and texture modified meals related to patients/ residents, staff, volunteers, Meals on Wheels, Supportive Housing, Adult Day, visitors, and catering and complies with standards, Policy and Procedures and Health regulations. These duties include preparation, serving, receiving and portion control of the food. Duties are performed while maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation. Courteous and effective customer service is a critical component of this position. The position of Assistant Cook functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 11 education required.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate required (must be obtained within six months of employment). Re-certification must be current and valid.
• Knowledge in the areas of therapeutic diets and texture modification.
• Minimum of three years commercial food services experience, preferably in a health care setting and or experience in quantity cooking.
• Ability to operate required equipment.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Ability to perform physical and mental aspects of the position.
• Satisfactory employment record.

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.