Cook - Part-Time

Southampton Care Centre; Southampton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Pension matching

Referral bonus

Tuition support

Career growth opportunities

Awards and team events

Employee discounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Jarlette Health Services seeks a part-time Cook at Southampton Care Centre in Southampton, Ontario. Under the Culinary Manager, you will prepare meals, follow recipes, and ensure food safety in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications include a chef training or culinary management diploma or certification, a food handler certificate, and computer literacy. Long-term care cooking experience is an asset, with ongoing education and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have a chef training or culinary management diploma or certificate from an Ontario college or equivalent, or holds a qualification in Cook/Institutional Cook as required by law.
• Must have completed the food handler training program under Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Cooking experience in Long Term Care is an asset.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Cook according to recipes and menus while maintaining food safety and legislative standards.
• Report resident condition changes and document accurately.
• Contribute to CQI and ongoing education for quality care.
• Participate in menu planning input and meal service timing.
• Safely use chemicals (WHMIS) and follow OHSA rules to protect residents and staff.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Chef training or culinary management diploma/certificate

Certificate of qualification - Cook/Institutional Cook LTC Act

Tools

WHMIS

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Cook

Status:Part Time

Location: On site at374 Spence Street, Southampton, ON

Existing Vacancy

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Southampton Care Centre is a fully accredited long term care home in Southampton, Ontario and serves 160 residents. Southampton is a lakeside community on Lake Huron, known for its white sand beaches, historic downtown, and cultural arts scene. Situated at the mouth of the Saugeen River and approximately 49 km south of Owen Sound, it provides a peaceful atmosphere for residents and visitors alike, with diverse dining options, local shops, and activities suited for beach-goers and art enthusiasts.

Join our team as a Cook!

Under the direction of the Culinary Manager, this role focuses primarily on meal preparation, food safety, and adherence to legislative and facility standards. Key duties include cooking according to recipes and menus, conforming to Public Health and legislative standards for food handling, reporting resident condition changes, accurate documentation, participating in continuous quality improvement (CQI), ongoing education, and promoting wellness. This role also involves menu planning input, assisting with meal service timing, safe use of chemicals (WHMIS), efficient use of resources, and strict adherence to occupational health and safety regulations, including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.

We are looking for the following qualifications and traits:

• Must have a chef training or culinary management diploma or certificate granted from a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or from a private career college under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005; or holds a certificate of qualification in the trade of Cook or Institutional Cook as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021 ss. 79 and Ontario Regulation 82/22 (1); or institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality cooking experience to adequately fulfill the role.
• Must have completed the food handler training program, provided by public health, under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
• Cooking experience in Long Term Care is an asset.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education.
• Must be computer literate

Our offer to you may include:

• Competitive Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits
• Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future
• Referral bonus
• Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
• Exclusive discounts on products,services and travel
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.