Care Kitchen Assistant - Meaningful Food Service in Care

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Victoria; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Paid vacation

Sick time

RRSP

Flexible work options

Job summary

Sunset Lodge in Victoria, BC, operated by The Salvation Army, seeks a dedicated cook to prepare meals for residents in a 108-bed long-term care setting. You will follow menus, portions, and safety standards while contributing to a warm, home-like atmosphere rooted in care and compassion.

The role requires a 12‑month cooking program, Food Safe Level 1, WHMIS, and at least one year of institutional cooking experience. Training is provided in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Food Safe Level 1 and WHMIS certification are required.
• At least 1 year of prior related experience, with institutional cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares assigned food items according to established menus, recipes and quotas.
• Plans preparation and cooking schedule and assembles ingredients and equipment.
• Cooks and seasons items such as soups, sauces, salads, meats and vegetables.
• Maintains food rotations and controls portioning to meet recipe yield.
• Assigns tasks to Food Service Workers and ensures safe kitchen practices.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Culinary terminology

Team player

Time management

Effective communication

Education

12-month cooking program

WHMIS Certification

Food Safe Level 1

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Sunset Lodge in Victoria, BC, operated by The Salvation Army, seeks a dedicated cook to prepare meals for residents in a 108-bed long-term care setting. You will follow menus, portions, and safety standards while contributing to a warm, home-like atmosphere rooted in care and compassion.

The role requires a 12‑month cooking program, Food Safe Level 1, WHMIS, and at least one year of institutional cooking experience. Training is provided in a supportive team environment.