Cook- Permanent Part-Time Day (6am - 2pm)

Sienna Senior Living; Brantford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A senior living organization in Brantford is seeking a Cook to prepare meals and support the nutritional needs of residents. Applicants should have a minimum education of Grade 12, a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate, and experience in cooking within institutional or healthcare settings. The role requires a positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and vacation package

Health & Dental benefits program

RRSP with employer match

Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match

Continuous learning and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Grade 12 minimum education required.
• A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve certificate.
• Experience with cooking in institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Preparing meals and snacks according to production sheets.
• Providing for prescribed diets at appropriate temperatures.

Skills

Positive attitude

Food preparation

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 minimum education

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Cook

We’re opening a brand-new, state-of-the-art Campus of Care in Brantford, offering both Retirement Living and Long-Term Care in one compassionate and innovative community. We're looking for caring, committed team members to help us make a difference every day.

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Brant's Landing their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

If this resonates with you, please keep reading!

What Sienna Offers

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• RRSP with employer match
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

As a Cook your typical day will impact in the following ways

• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation
• Preparing meals and snacks according to production sheets, recipes and other menu document as provided
• Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities
• Monitoring quality of food supplies received and advises team leader of problems and makes recommendations about corrective action
• In the absence of the team leader, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
• Assisting in the orientation and training of new team members
• Performing other duties as assigned

Must haves

• Grade 12 minimum education required
• A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve certificate
• Experience with cooking in institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants

Bonus points for having

• Graduate of a recognized college food preparation program and willing to Red Seal certify

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

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For Ontario locations, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process.