Cook Temporary Part Time [RWL Cook2 0.40] AgeCare Wenleigh

Regency LTC Operating Limited Partnership; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a Cook for a Long-Term Care residence in Canada. You will ensure meals are prepared and served on time and maintain sanitary work areas to support a safe dining environment for residents.

The role involves supervising Food Services Workers, handling resident concerns within your authority, and upholding AgeCare's commitment to dignity, independence, and community interaction for seniors.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook, with supervisory responsibilities preferred.
• Must have a Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals on time while maintaining sanitary work areas.
• Respond to resident or family concerns within authority and escalate as needed.
• Direct Food Services staff in duties and ensure smooth operation of the Food Services Department.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Safe Food Handling Certification

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.

Since 1998

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

Guiding Principles

We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of: Trust: Act with integrity and fairness Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support