Cook

Atria Retirement Canada; Brandon; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & PTO

Annual rewards

Scores Reward

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Retirement Canada is seeking a cook to join our team in a supportive community environment. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals, following approved menus, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen in line with company standards.

The role requires 1–3 years of cooking experience in hospitality or healthcare, plus a High School Diploma or GED and strong English communication to interact with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Open and/or close the kitchen and adhere to cleaning schedules.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.

Skills

English communication

Teamwork

Read and follow recipes

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
• Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Communicate effectively in English with employees and residents, as well as read and write English.
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
• Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
• Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community. Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Atria Retirement's standards.

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
• Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicate needs to Executive Chef/Sous Chef.
• Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
• Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
• Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Adhere to standard food safety practices.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.