Cook (Full Time)

Wing Kei; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wing Kei in Calgary is seeking a Cook to organize and deliver meals for residents, ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective service.

The role includes coordinating food preparation, supervising aides, and maintaining sanitary kitchen areas, with emphasis on teamwork and resident communication.

Previous institutional cooking experience and the ability to obtain a Food Handler certification within 60 days are valued.

Qualifications

• Certified Food Handler or willing to obtain certification within 60 days.
• 3 years institutional cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quantity food production and sanitation standards for food services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; Cantonese or Mandarin a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, serves and distributes food for residents.
• Unpacks and restocks supplies.
• Maintains food storage rotation to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Keeps kitchen, kitchenettes and storage areas clean and sanitary.
• Trains Food Services Aides.
• Follows Wing Kei policies and standards.
• Maintains good communication with residents, volunteers and health care team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Cantonese

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job Category: Hospitality and Facility Careers

Requisition Number: COOK0001057

• Posted : September 3, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Wing Kei Locations
Calgary, AB, CAN

Description

Working within the mission, vision and values of Wing Kei, this position is accountable for the organization and delivery of food and supplies for meal service to residents. This includes providing a resident-focused approach to food service delivery that is timely, safe, efficient, and cost effective.

Key Accountabilities

• Performs all duties in relation to the preparation, cooking, serving and distribution of food
• Unpacks and restocks supplies
• Maintains established food rotation in storage to minimize spoilage & waste
• Maintains kitchen, kitchenettes & storage areas in orderly & sanitary manner
• Responsible for training of Food Services Aides
• Demonstrates knowledge of and observes all Food Services policies, procedures and standards of Wing Kei
• Maintains good communication and interpersonal relationships with the public, residents, volunteers and other health care team members
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A Certified Food Handler or willing to gain certification within 60 days of commencing employment
• 3 years institutional cooking experience is preferred
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of quantity food production, and knowledge of sanitation and safety standards for food services area
• Communicates well in writing, speaking and presenting; ability to communicate in Cantonese or Mandarin is an asset.