Cook

Primacorp Ventures; Stratford; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Prima Living, a member of the Primacorp group, is hiring a part-time Cook at Amenida Senior Community in Canada. You will prepare and serve home-cooked meals for residents, with a focus on authentic Korean cuisine, and assist with planning for the current and following day.

Successful candidates will have kitchen experience in a busy setting, physical stamina to lift and stand, and the ability to work a rotating weekend schedule. This role reports to the Food Service Manager and is onsite.

Qualifications

• Proven experience cooking in a busy kitchen
• Ability to prepare large-batch meals with attention to taste and dietary needs
• Ability to lift, bend, and stand for long periods
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Flexible to work weekends/holidays as needed
• Criminal background check and Vulnerable Sector Screening as required

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients for many residents
• Plan and prep meals for current and following day
• Assist the Food Service Manager with kitchen operations
• Ensure proper food presentation and portion control
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation per health regulations
• Support kitchen tasks including lifting and standing for long periods
• Clean kitchen equipment and work areas
• Follow safety and food handling protocols at all times
• Prepare authentic Korean cuisine to meet cultural/dietary preferences

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Food safety

Korean cuisine

Physical stamina

Job description

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Prima Living, a proud member of the Primacorp group of companies, is leading the next generation of senior living in Canada with their Amenida brand. Guided by Primacorp's vision and resources, we're growing a network of vibrant, people-first communities that put compassion and connection at the heart of everything we do. Through cultural inclusivity, operational excellence, and genuine care, we're redefining what retirement living can be. Together, Prima Living and Primacorp are building a purpose-driven future where every resident feels valued, supported, and truly at home.

Position:Cook

Reports to:Food Service Manager

Job Status:Part-time Openings, Onsite

Hours: 11am-7pm AND 6:30am-2pm2 shifts per week, rotating schedule every other weekend

Pay: $19.81

Your Day to Day:
As a Cook at Amenida Senior Community, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving home-cooked meals using fresh, real ingredients for a large group of residents.
• Planning and prepping meals for the current and following day.
• Assisting the Food Service Manager with kitchen operations as needed.
• Ensuring proper food presentation and portion control.
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in all food preparation areas in accordance with health regulations.
• Supporting kitchen tasks including lifting, bending, twisting, and standing for long periods.
• Cleaning kitchen equipment and work areas according to established standards.
• Adhering to safety and food handling protocols at all times.
• Focusing on preparing authentic Korean cuisine to meet the cultural and dietary preferences of residents.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Proven experience cooking in a busy kitchen environment, preferably in a senior care or institutional setting.
• Ability to prepare large-batch meals with attention to taste, presentation, and dietary requirements.
• Ability to lift, bend, and perform physical tasks related to food service.
• Positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check prior to hire, including a Vulnerable Sector Screening, in accordance with applicable provincial and federal regulations.

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