Cook- Part-time

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Advancement opportunities

Lifelong learning

Employee assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Riverbend Place in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking a part-time/casual Cook to provide high-quality meals, nutrition, and resident-centered service in a clean, safe environment.

You will review menus, prepare foods to prescribed diets, supervise dietary aides, and support the dietary manager when needed. A Red Seal is preferred and Food Handler certificate is an asset.

Join a mission-driven team with opportunities for growth and a competitive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Chef training and/or culinary management certificate or diploma as per OLTCH Act requirements.
• Red Seal certification preferred.
• Cook qualification certificates or post-secondary degrees in food/nutrition are acceptable.
• Institutional/health care/restaurant cooking experience is valuable.
• Food Handler's Certificate preferred.
• Experience with older adult populations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Reviews regular and therapeutic menus and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Prepares food and nourishments according to prescribed diets.
• Maintains records and monitors quality and quantity of food.
• Directs Dietary Aides in basic food preparation and serving at mealtimes.
• Assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations in the absence of the Dietary Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Flexibility

English literacy

Resident care experience

Education

Culinary certificate or diploma

Cook qualification certificate

Post-secondary diploma in food/nutrition management

Red Seal certification

Food Handler certification

Healthcare/Institutional cooking experience

Job description

Job Description COOK – Extendicare

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high-quality food, nutrition, and customer service to residents in a clean and safe environment. If you’re passionate about a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us! This position is for Extendicare Riverbend Place , located in Cambridge, Ontario. Available opportunities include Part-Time/ Casual; Day/Evening.

What you’ll be doing

• Reviews regular and therapeutic menus and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation.


• Prepares food and nourishments in accordance with prescribed diets.


• Maintains all required records and monitors quality and quantity of food.


• Directs Dietary Aides in basic food preparation procedures and in serving activities at mealtimes.


• Assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations in the absence of the Dietary Manager.

What you bring

• Chef training or culinary management certificate or diploma from a program that meets the requirements of the OLTCH Act, or


• Certificate of qualification as a Cook issued by an authority meeting the requirements of the OLTCH Act, or


• Post-secondary diploma in food and nutrition management or a post-secondary degree in food and nutrition, or


• Institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality cooking experience


• “Red Seal” certification preferred


• Current Food Handler`s Certificate preferred


• Experience with an older adult population an asset


• Strong customer and resident service skills.


• Experience in a high paced customer service setting an asset


• Flexible and willingness to learn new tasks


• Ability to multi-task and adapt to quickly changing priorities


• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills


• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English (other languages an asset)

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities


• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization


• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others


• Employee Family Assistance Program


• Robust benefits package.

Time Type Part time Compensation Details $24.47 - $27.13

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission

To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Our Vision

Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Our Values

We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.