Community Kitchen Cook - Resident Dining & Events

Atria Senior Living, Inc.; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Atria Senior Living, Inc. is seeking a reliable cook to prepare and cook meals in the community, ensuring all dishes are prepared and presented to the company’s standards. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with dining programs.

You will maintain kitchen cleanliness, follow safety protocols, and assist with special events and banquets. A minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in hospitality or healthcare cooking is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• English reading and writing, effective communication with residents and staff.
• 1–3 years of cook experience in hospitality or healthcare.
• Provincial food handlers permit as required by law.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and production guides.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in the community according to Atria Retirement standards.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef and Executive Director to satisfy residents’ dining needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and storage areas at all times.
• Open and/or close the kitchen and adhere to cleaning schedules.
• Ensure proper food receipt, storage, and preparation per company standards.
• Estimate daily/weekly food and supply needs and communicate with supervisors.
• Prepare snacks and beverages for residents and assist with events and banquets.
• Document temperatures and monitor refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a sanitary manner.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Food safety practices

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Atria Senior Living, Inc. is seeking a reliable cook to prepare and cook meals in the community, ensuring all dishes are prepared and presented to the company’s standards. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with dining programs.

You will maintain kitchen cleanliness, follow safety protocols, and assist with special events and banquets. A minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in hospitality or healthcare cooking is required.