Cooks Helper Regular Full Time [MIM CkHlp1 1.00] AgeCare Mount Ida Mews

AgeCare; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Salmon Arm is seeking a Cook's Helper. In this role, you will assist in food preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and adhere to safety protocols in a long-term care environment. Candidates should be fluent in English, have a Food Safe Certification Level 1, and possess at least 2 years of experience in a healthcare kitchen setting. The position offers competitive pay at $24.34 per hour, with a 4 on 4 off shift schedule.

Benefits

Happy, fulfilled team members

Amazing residents with rich life stories

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Certification in a nationally recognized food service safety program.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Food Safe Certification Level 1.
• 2 years of experience as a Cook/Assistant in a Healthcare environment.
• Experience working with various kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook in preparing food items in a timely manner.
• Assist in meal service including beverage and dining responsibilities.
• Maintain and sanitize work area and all related equipment.
• Follow proper food handling procedures to ensure safety.
• Adhere to AgeCare policies for quality assurance.

Skills

Fluent in English

Food Safe Certification Level 1

Experience as a Cook/Assistant

Experience with kitchen equipment

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Certification in food service safety

Tools

Juice dispenser

Dish Machine

Steam tables

Chemical Dispenser

Knives

Ovens

Mixer

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's Helper is responsible for performing a variety of preparation duties in a traditional institutional kitchen in accordance with production schedules and standardized recipes in accordance with accepted safety and food handling policies and procedures with an overall focus toward implementing quality and quantity food standards and controls as established for the Department.

What Is In It For You

• Assists Cook in preparing food items in a timely fashion following production time schedules, prescribed recipes, portions, procedures, and guidelines.
• Assists in meal service as required relating to beverage and meal service, plating of food, clearing, and cleaning of dining rooms etc.
• Assists in regular and modified foods as directed to meet resident diet modifications and recipe compliance.
• Maintains and sanitizes work area and all related equipment. Follow cleaning schedule.
• Follows proper food handling procedures including maintaining food in a temperature safety zone.
• Maintains established AgeCare policies, procedures, and objectives for quality assurance and safety.

What You Will Need

• High School Graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• Certification in a nationally recognized food service safety program.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Food Safe Certification Level 1.
• 2 years of experience as a Cook/Assistant in a Healthcare environment.
• Experience working with Juice dispenser, Dish Machine, Steam tables, Chemical Dispenser, Knives, Ovens, Mixer, and other kitchen equipment.

Perks & Benefits

Perks & Benefits

• Happy, fulfilled team members working in a culture of caring.
• Amazing residents with rich life stories.

Internal closing Date: Dec 28, 2025

Hours of work: 7 am - 7 pm (4 on 4 off)

Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.

Union membership is a condition of employment.

In an effort to further protect our vulnerable residents as well as other employees and volunteers, AgeCare requires all new employees to produce a clear Vulnerable Record Search prior to starting work.

Wage Levelling Salary: $24.34 per hour