Cook

WestCana Services; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care provider in Burnaby is looking for an experienced Cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents in a long-term care setting. This role involves menu planning, staff leadership, and inventory management while ensuring compliance with health standards. Candidates should have culinary training, relevant experience, and effective English communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered for the successful applicant.

Benefits

Paid vacation of 4-8%

Comprehensive benefits package

Talent Management Program

Educational funding after first year

Internal opportunities for advancement

Referral program with gift card rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a cook in a long-term care setting.
• 2+ years of experience in a volume food preparation environment.
• Must pass a negative TB test or chest x-ray within the last six months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals meeting quality, taste, and presentation expectations.
• Collaborate with managers for cost-effective ingredient purchases.
• Implement inventory control to reduce waste and maximize savings.

Skills

Culinary training

Volume food preparation

Effective communication in English

Food Safe Level 1 Certification

HACCP knowledge

Education

Certification from culinary school

Job description

Cook - Carlton Gardens, Burnaby

WestCana is looking for an experienced Cook with a passion for the elderly to join one of our teams to support our residents in Long Term Care.

Company Name: WestCana Services Inc. (WestCana) Job Title: Cooks (NOC 63200) Location of Work: 4108 Norfolk St, Burnaby BC V5G 0B4 Term of Employment: Permanent Full-time Language of Work: English Start Date: October 3, 2025 Vacancies: 1 Full-time Shifts: Friday - Saturday: 5:30am - 1:30pm & Sunday - Monday: 10am - 6pm (37.5 hours per week) Wages: $28.01 per hour

Cooks Must Haves :

• Formal culinary training or certification, acquired from a culinary school or a related educational institution.
• A minimum of one year of experience as a cook in a long-term care setting.
• Extensive experience (2+ years) in a volume food preparation environment.
• Holds and maintains valid Food Safe Level 1 Certification.
• Must have a working knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
• Holds and maintains valid certification in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
• A negative TB test or chest x-ray within the last six months or ability to pass TB clearance documents.
• Successfully clears and maintains, as required by company and facility, an appropriate background / criminal record check in accordance with licensing regulations; Re-submits such as required or every five years.
• Provide signed annual mandatory declaration of criminal records.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.

Cooks Responsibilities :

• Prepare meals that meet or exceed the quality, taste, and presentation expectations of residents, families, and clients.
• Plan and oversee daily menus and special events, ensuring dietary needs are met within approved budgets.
• Collaborate with the manager to purchase cost-effective, high-quality ingredients.
• Provide leadership, direction, and scheduling for kitchen staff, including orientation and task assignments.
• Maintain facility and company quality standards, including special dietary requirements.
• Implement inventory control systems to reduce waste and maximize savings.
• Monitor resident satisfaction and communicate feedback to the leadership team.
• Support and promote sustainability practices to reduce environmental impact.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards (e.g., Community Care Facility Act, WHMIS, WCB).
• Participate in fire and emergency drills and apply knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Promote and enforce workplace safety, reporting hazards, incidents, or unsafe practices.
• Use equipment and personal protective equipment safely and appropriately.
• Ensure adherence to infection control practices and provide training to staff as needed.

What WestCana will offer you, as per Collective Agreement :

• Paid vacation of 4-8% and sick entitlement, as we believe in our employees' well being.
• A benefits package that includes: Extended Health that includes prescription drug coverage, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, naturopathy care, osteopathic care, physiotherapy, psychologist care, speech therapy, & more! Dental care that includes basic dental, exams, preventative, routine care and dental restorations. Group life insurance, Employee and family assistance programs, Out of country emergency care.
• Talent Management Program where we will grow and develop you into the career you want, whether a different front-line role, supervisory, or managerial, if desired.
• Educational opportunities where we will fund your education after your first year to help advance your career with us.
• Internal opportunities at other locations within our company, to grow our employees from within!
• A referral program in which Employees are trusted and given the opportunity to help create the teams they work within, receiving a $100 gift card for every referral made!

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At WestCana, we are committed to delivering exceptional senior care while fostering a positive and professional work environment. If you’re looking for a meaningful Cook role with opportunities for growth, apply today.

Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, August 2024.

WestCana Head Office Business Address: Suite 204 - 15288 54a Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 6T4

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