Chef - Island Residents Only

Cherish at Central Park; Langford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Cherish at Central Park is seeking a dedicated Chef to join its culinary team. The role involves preparing high-quality meals for senior residents, ensuring both safety and enjoyment. Ideal candidates will have robust cooking experience and a Food Safe certification, contributing to a positive kitchen environment focused on connection and joy.

Benefits

Supportive kitchen team

Values-driven workplace culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional cooking experience in a commercial or residential kitchen.
• Experience in scratch cooking or camp cooking.
• Experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to menus.
• Collaborate with other chefs for meal production.
• Clean and organize the kitchen following safety procedures.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Multitasking

Effective communication

Education

Food Safe Level 1 certification

Job description

Job Title: Chef

Location: Cherish at Central Park – Langford, BC

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Head Chef

Position Summary

At Cherish at Central Park, our Chefs are responsible for preparing high-quality, scratch-made meals that support the health, dignity, and enjoyment of our senior residents. Working collaboratively within a supportive kitchen team, the Chef plays a key role in delivering a warm and welcoming culinary experience.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Preparation & Service:

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner items according to daily menus.
• Cook proteins, soups, salads, desserts, and side dishes in line with quality and safety standards.
• Support daily tea service preparation and presentation.
• Plate meals for service, ensuring proper portioning, presentation, and timing.
• Prepare and label meals for suite delivery or grab 'n' go offerings.
  
  

Kitchen Coordination

• Collaborate with other chefs to create and adjust production plans based on staffing and menu flow.
• Review menus in advance and ensure frozen and perishable ingredients are prepped as needed.
• Participate in handovers between shifts to ensure continuity and readiness for upcoming services.
  
  

Cleaning & Organization

• Clean as you go, following all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Complete assigned daily deep-cleaning task (e.g., equipment, storage areas, shelving).
• Receive and store delivered items, rotating stock according to FIFO principles.
  
  

Prep & Planning

• Prepare marinated, long-cook, or overnight items as needed.
• Assist with advance prep for next day’s lunch and dinner service.
• Monitor food storage, labelling, and inventory for kitchen efficiency and safety.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of professional cooking experience in a commercial or residential kitchen.
• 2+ years of Scratch cooking/camp cooking experience.
• Food Safe Level 1 certification required.
• Experience working in a senior living, hospitality, or healthcare setting an asset.
• Strong time management, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Team-oriented, respectful, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
  
  

Professional Expectations

• Follows all company policies, food safety protocols, and service standards.
• Maintains a positive, solutions-focused, and resident-centered mindset.
• Demonstrates emotional maturity, dependability, and pride in quality work.
• Supports a respectful, gossip-free, and team-driven workplace culture.
  
  

Job Details

Salary: $25-$28/hour

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Schedule: Between 8am-6:30pm. Weekday and Weekend availability required

Why Work at Cherish?

At Cherish at Central Park, we believe that meals are more than nourishment—they’re moments of connection and joy. As a Chef, you’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven kitchen team that prepares delicious food from scratch and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.