Cook Casual AgeCare Brandt's Creek Mews

AgeCare; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Kelowna is looking for a Cook to join their team in food and nutrition services. The role involves cooking meals, participating in menu development, and ensuring food safety practices. Candidates should have at least 2 years of cooking experience in a healthcare setting, preferably with pureed and texture-modified foods. A High School Diploma and fluency in English are required. This position offers a competitive wage of $28.01 per hour and emphasizes teamwork and respect for seniors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of cooking experience in a health care environment.
• Experience in preparing pureed and texture modified foods preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while following guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Cook food items in a timely manner following prescribed recipes.
• Participate in meal service and assist with menu development as needed.
• Clean and maintain food service equipment properly.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety practices

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Organizational skills

Fluent in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Red Seal/Certification

Tools

Ovens

Steamers

Meat slicer

Deep fryer

Soup kettle

VCM

Robot coupe

Job description

Opportunity

The Cook works as part of a team in food and nutrition services performing tasks such as ordering, receiving, cooking and presenting meals for residents, families, and staff as appropriate and directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Cooks food items, including texture modified foods, in a timely fashion following production time schedules, prescribed recipes, portions, procedures and guidelines
• Participates in meal service as required
• May be required to assist with menu development
• Prepares food and supply orders as necessary
• Ensures proper receiving and storage when needed
• Daily cleaning and sweeping floors
• Follows proper food handling procedures including maintaining food in a temperature safety zone and initiates corrective action as required
• Practices safe and proper use of food service equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of cooking experience in a health care environment
• Experience in preparing pureed and texture modified foods would be preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent, red Seal/Certification is considered an asset
• Must be fluent in English both verbal and written
• Experience working with ovens, steamers, meat slicer, deep fryer, tilt fryer, soup kettle, VCM, robot coupe etc.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and accomplish tasks in a fast paced environment following departmental guidelines
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work efficiently
• Regularly demonstrates AgeCare values of Trust, Respect, Quality and Teamwork

Internal Closing Date: Sept 5, 2025

Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply

Union membership is a condition of employment.

Wage Levelling Salary: $28.01 per hour

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!