Cook

Atria Retirement Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual anniversary rewards for Full Time employees

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atria Retirement Canada is seeking a dedicated cook to join their team in Edmonton. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking nutritious meals according to Atria's standards, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment. You will work alongside the Executive Chef to satisfy residents' dietary needs and maintain food safety practices.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, effective communication skills in English, and a minimum of 1-3 years of cooking experience in a hospitality or healthcare setting. A food handlers permit is required as per provincial law.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
• Food handlers permit as required by provincial law.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef to keep residents satisfied with food.

Skills

Food handling

Effective communication in English

Recipe reading and following

Food preparation and cooking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

Benefits

• 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. Apply now!

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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.