Cook Regular Full Time AgeCare Wenleigh

AgeCare; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare in Mississauga is seeking a Cook for our long-term care residence. The role ensures meals are prepared and served on time while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen and safe working environment.

You will oversee the Food Services staff and coordinate with the Food Services Manager to meet dietary needs and resident satisfaction. Required: prior cook experience (supervisory preferred), current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate, and a diploma/certificate in quality food

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience as a cook is preferred.
• Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Public-school education minimum; high school preferred.
• Diploma/certificate in quality food preparation and production.

Responsibilities

• Check special diet orders for new admissions to ensure they are correct.
• Respond to resident or family concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken within authority.
• Direct Food Services Workers and oversee the Food Services Department operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food preparation

Kitchen sanitation

Education

High school education

Diploma/certificate in quality food preparation and production

Job description

About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. The Opportunity: The Cook of the Long-Term Care residence is responsible for ensuring that proper meals are prepared and served on time and that work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. What Is In It For You: • Checks special diet orders for new admissions to ensure they are correct (as required). • Responds to resident or family member concerns and ensures appropriate action is taken within decision-making authority and/or brings to the attention of the Food Services Manager/Supervisor. • Directs Food Services Workers in the performance of their duties and assumes responsibility for the operation of the Food Services Department (as required). What You Will Need • Prior experience as a Cook preferably in a supervisory capacity. • Current provincial Safe Food Handling Certificate. • A minimum of public-school education is required. High school education is preferred. • Must have a diploma/certificate or equivalent in quality food preparation and production.Salary: $22.17 per hourSalary placement based on qualifications and experience.This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.