Cook - Temporary Full-time - 75 hours

Sienna Senior Living; Bobcaygeon; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits program

Share Ownership and Reward Program (SO

SOAR

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Continuous learning and growth

Welcoming culture

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living is seeking a Cook at Case Manor in Bobcaygeon to prepare nutritious meals that respect residents’ dietary needs and cultural preferences. You will contribute to dining experiences that promote health and wellbeing, while following recipes, production sheets, and menu guidelines.

The role requires hands-on cooking experience, adherence to dietary requirements and proper food handling. Eligibility to work in Canada and Safe Food Handling certification are necessary.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience preparing meals in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to meet prescribed dietary requirements, proper food temperatures and portion control.
• Monitor quality of food supplies and advise on corrective action.
• In the absence of the team leader, take responsibility for departmental operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals aligned with residents' dietary needs and cultural considerations.
• Contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support resident health and well-being.
• Support the home’s culture and teamwork to help residents live fully every day.

Skills

Cooking in fast-paced kitchen

Dietary compliance

Quality control

Team leadership backup

Education

Grade 12

Safe Food Handling/Smart Serve certificate

Job description

Cook

Case Manor - Bobcaygeon

Rate of Pay: $19.43/hr

TFT 6am-2pm 75 hours

This posting is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira 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.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• 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

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Cook, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit:

• You have hands-on experience preparing meals and snacks in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes, production sheets, and menu guidelines.
• You understand the importance of meeting prescribed dietary requirements, proper food temperatures, and portion control while maintaining high quality standards.
• 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

What you need to know:

• 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
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.