Cook

Shannex Incorporated; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Cook at Shannex in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. You'll prepare meals, ensure food safety, and contribute to a supportive team environment. Enjoy competitive hourly wages, onsite parking, and access to numerous employee perks, including discounts and continuing education opportunities.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Access to WorkPerks program

Continuing education and training

Recognition and Rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Culinary Arts Diploma and valid Red Seal Certificate required.
• Experience in preparing large quantities of food is essential.
• Must provide a clear criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares meals according to established standards.
• Cleans and sanitizes cooking station daily.
• Reports any recipe shortages or quality issues to the supervisor.

Skills

Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions

Experience in preparing large quantities of food

Passion for healthcare sector

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

Valid Red Seal Certificate

Current Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a COOK to join our PARKLAND AT THE LAKES team based in DARTMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $17.89 - $20.23
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
  
  

About The Opportunity

• Plans and prepares meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus, including preparing special meals to meet appropriate therapeutic menu modifications according to established guidelines;
• Assists with preparation of food for special functions (e.g. catering, theme dinners) to ensure service meets established standards;
• Reports any recipe shortages, discrepancies or quality issues to the Executive Chef or supervisor in a timely manner;
• Cleans and sanitizes cooking station daily; maintains cleanliness of kitchen equipment such as ovens, kettles, mixers or others according to legislative and organizational standards;
• Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc;
  
  

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Certificate
• Current Food Handler’s Certificate
• Experience in preparing large quantities of food
• Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
  
  

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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