Cook, Part Time, Food & Nutrition Services

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a long-term care home specializing in dementia and veteran care. As a part-time cook, you'll prepare nutritious meals for residents and staff, ensuring compliance with health standards and safety protocols. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a person-centered approach in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay, a group retirement pension plan, and access to educational opportunities. Be part of a workplace that values quality care and employee well-being, located in the heart of Kingston.

Benefits

Group Retirement Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Educational and Mentorship Opportunities

Qualifications

• Cook’s diploma required; previous LTC experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items for residents and staff.
• Ensure proper food rotation and follow safe food handling procedures.
• Report safety hazards and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Food Preparation

Safe Food Handling

Menu Planning

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Cook’s Diploma

Interprovincial Standards Red Seal

Job description

Job Code: 17068

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $23.69 - $25.52

Posting Period: May 9, 2025 - May 15, 2025

Position Summary

To prepare food for service to Residents, staff, and visitors in the cafeteria, and for catering functions following the established menu and standardized recipes. Additionally, to perform dishwashing duties in accordance with departmental standards and guidelines, including compliance with the Ministry of Health LTC standards, The Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Public Health Act.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Cook’s diploma from an established college as listed in the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or a registered private college in Ontario.
• Successful completion of an Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program is an asset.
• Previous LTC experience.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items for Residents, Staff Cafeteria, MOW, Hildegard, and Catering.
• Use menu rotation and production sheets with standardized recipes.
• Ensure proper rotation of all food items in storage.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.
• Indicate correct portion sizes of food.
• Set up steam tables with food before MOW meal service.
• Report safety hazards and equipment problems immediately to supervisor and/or manager.
• Participate in staff and production meetings and in-services.

Why Work At Providence Manor

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans.
• Committed to a person- and family-centered approach.
• Competitive salaries.
• Group Retirement Pension Plan.
• Orientation specific to the corporate and Resident Home Area/services for new hires.
• Focus on a Healthy Workplace and a Culture of Quality.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Educational, mentorship, and bursary opportunities.
• Affiliated with Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, and other academic institutions.
• Located in downtown Kingston.