Cook - AgeCare Royal City

AgeCare Ltd.; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

AgeCare Royal City in New Westminster, BC is seeking a Casual Part-time Cook to prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests and staff. You will review menus, follow production sheets, and ensure meals are served attractively within budget and health guidelines.

The role requires a Food Handler's Certificate (Red Seal preferred), experience in large-scale cooking in healthcare or retirement settings, knowledge of Canada Food Guide, and ability to work with special diets.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate.
• Red Seal Certificate preferred.
• Experience in large quantity food preparation, ideally healthcare.
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meals for residents, guests and staff.
• Review menus and production sheets; follow recipes and portion control.
• Maintain proper food handling techniques and safety standards.
• Complete daily temperature audits for refrigeration and storerooms.
• Follow production charts and budgets; work with dietary guidelines.
• Participate in special meals, meetings and training sessions.
• Respect Resident Rights & Responsibilities and QA programs.

Skills

Food handling

Large quantity cooking

Health & safety

Second language

Job description

Cook - AgeCare Royal City# Careers## Cook - AgeCare Royal CityApply: New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R26\\_07880**Work Location:** AgeCare Royal City**Adress:** 77 Jamieson Court, New Westminster, BC V3L 5P8**Employment Type:** Casual **About 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 reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. **What You Will Do*** To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.* To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively.* To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;* To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form.* To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget.* To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures.* To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days.* To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions.* To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.* To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;* To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures.**What You Will Need*** Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate* Red Seal Certificate preferred* Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting* Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating* Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets* Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift* Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset* Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain oneWage Levelling Salary: $29.72 per hour