Cook

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Swan Lake; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Health-Santé Sud is seeking a Cook 1 at Lorne Memorial Hospital in Swan Lake to prepare and serve nutritious meals for patients, staff and visitors. The role requires adherence to care standards and health regulations, with opportunities to contribute to menu planning and food safety practices.

The successful candidate will have healthcare food service experience, Grade 12 or equivalent, and current Food Handler Training.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Outlook/email.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and modified food textures.
• Knowledge of sanitary food handling principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of operations of a kitchen, how to organize and cook food for patients/residents in a health care setting.
• For sites with EMMS: knowledge of Electronic Menu Management Information System.

Responsibilities

• Direct and perform daily preparation, cooking and service of nutritious meals for clients.
• Follow established standards, policies and government regulations.
• Maintain organization and safety in food preparation areas.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet service needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Therapeutic diets

Sanitary handling

Kitchen operations

EMMIS knowledge

Education

Grade 12 education

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Outlook/email

Job description

Requisition ID: 409236

Position Number: 115-81910-C242-01

Posting End Date: August 25, 2026

Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Site: Lorne Memorial Hospital

Union: CUPE

Department/Unit: Nutrition and Food Services

Work Location: Lorne Memorial Hospital

City: Swan Lake

Hiring Status: Permanent

FTE: 0.66

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7, 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days; Weekends

Annual base hours: 2015

Anticipated Start Date: 10/22/2026

Salary: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Join a region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager - Nutrition & Food Services, Site Coordinator or Supervisor - Nutrition & Food Services, Manager ‑ Support Services or Designate, the Cook 1 is responsible for directing and performing the daily preparation, cooking and service of safe, high quality nutritious meals to clients (patients, residents, staff and visitors) of the facility, following established standards, departmental/regional policies and procedures and, government regulations and legislation.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health‑Santé Sud.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year full time health care food service experience or institutional cooking experience.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Other suitable combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Food Handler Training certificate Level 1 or equivalent Food Sanitation course.

Qualifications And Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Outlook/email.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and modified food textures.
• Knowledge of sanitary food handling principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of operations of a kitchen, how to organize and cook food for patients/residents in a health care setting.
• For position located in Sites that use an Electronic Menu Management System:
• Knowledge and understanding of Electronic Menu Management Information System (EMMIS).
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability for attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain an organized work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff, health care professionals and co‑workers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive working relationship with all staff, residents, patients and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Demonstrated ability to handle chemicals and cleaning supplies as per defined procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve within the responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated competency in cash management.
• Demonstrated ability to promote safety by practicing principles of body mechanics, electrical, chemical safety Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), thermal safety and accident prevention.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all‑purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lift items up to 1‑5 kg (2.2 ‑ 11 lbs.) constantly, 6‑11kg (13.2 - 24 lbs.) occasionally and 23 kg (50 lbs.) seldomly.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as per work rotation or as necessary.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.