Cook - AgeCare Cariboo Place

AgeCare Ltd.; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare Cariboo Place in Williams Lake, BC is hiring a Cook to prepare and serve meals in a long-term care setting. The role includes supervising Food Services Workers and maintaining sanitation standards, with a Safe Food Handling certificate required.

Experience as a Cook, supervisory preferred, and a high school diploma or equivalent are expected. The position runs Tue–Sat, 10:30am–6:30pm, starting mid-November 2026. Equity-seeking groups encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Cook, preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate (as required).
• Diploma/certificate or equivalent in quality food preparation and production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals on time and ensure proper portion control.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and comply with safety standards.
• Direct Food Services Workers in daily duties and operations of the Food Services Department.
• Address resident or family concerns and escalate to the Food Services Manager as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food preparation

Education

Diploma in food preparation and production

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Cook - AgeCare Cariboo Place# Careers## Cook - AgeCare Cariboo PlaceApply: Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada: Full time: Posted Today: R26\\_07903About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. The Opportunity: The Cook of the Long-Term Care residence is responsible for ensuring that proper meals are prepared and served on time and that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. What Is In It For You: • Checks special diet orders for new admissions to ensure they are correct (as required). • Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Food Services Manager/Supervisor. • Directs Food Services Workers in the performance of their duties and assumes responsibility for the operation of the Food Services Department (as required). What You Will Need • Prior experience as a Cook preferably in a supervisory capacity. • Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate. • A minimum of public-school education is required. High school education is preferred. • Must have a diploma/certificate or equivalent in quality food preparation and production. Internal Closing Date: November 6, 2026Hours of Work: Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am- 6:30pmApproximate Start Date: November 15, 2026Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply, and Union membership is a condition of employment.Wage Levelling Salary: $29.72 per hour