Cooks Assistant

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Edmonton is seeking a Cook's Assistant in the Nutrition Food Services unit at Grey Nuns Community Hospital. This temporary F/T position works under limited supervision, following catering sheets to prepare and store fresh ingredients served to patients, residents, visitors and staff.

The role requires a Grade 10 or equivalent, two years of institutional salad and sandwich prep experience, ability to lift 20 kg, work weekends and start at 5 am.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, prepare and store a variety of fresh ingredients and foods for patients, residents, visitors and staff.
• Work under limited supervision according to catering or tally sheets.
• Follow CUPE 41 collective agreement and standards for nutrition services.

Skills

Weekend shifts

Lifting 20 kg

Early start 5am

Standing for long periods

Temperature changes handling

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

Description: The Cook's Assistant works under limited supervision and in accordance with catering or tally sheets in prioritizing, preparing and storing a variety of fresh ingredients and foods that will be served to patients, residents, visitors and staff. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Cooks Assistant
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Food Services
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 01-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 01-DEC-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.06
• Maximum Salary: $21.93
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Cooks Assistant
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Nutrition Food Services
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 27-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 01-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 01-DEC-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $20.06
• Maximum Salary: $21.93
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Two years institutional experience in preparation of large quantiles of salads and sandwiches. Able to work weekends, holidays. Able to lift 20kg. Able to stand for long periods of time. Able to start at 5 am. Able to handle temperature changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

Hiring Requirements

Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Grey Nuns Community Hospital

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Grey Nuns Community Hospital