Cook (Casual)

The Millwood; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Cook who is passionate about making a difference in residents' lives. The ideal candidate will prepare nutritious meals, supervise staff, and ensure a safe and clean working environment, all while adhering to food safety regulations. Join us in making every moment matter!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Support for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Current food handling certificate or completion of training program.
• Experience in healthcare or hospitality settings is an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and therapeutic diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals according to menu plans.
• Supervise Dietary Aides during food preparation and meal service.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area and equipment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Empathy

Communication

Education

Certificate in food handling

Culinary designation/diploma

Job description

We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter’. We are seeking a candidate who shares our values—a person passionate about making a difference, with a strong moral compass and a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is warm, loving, and capable of making meaningful connections with those they care for.

The Cook reports to the Culinary Services Manager and is committed to resident safety by providing high-quality care aligned with the organization's vision and mission.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals according to the menu plan and RHA requirements.
2. Plate all meals, respecting resident food preferences.
3. Ensure meals are an enjoyable experience, not just a task.
4. Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area and equipment.
5. Supervise and direct Dietary Aides during food preparation and meal service.
6. Work within a set budget, limit waste, and adhere to policies and procedures.
7. Maintain a safe working environment.
8. Keep required records in the absence of the Food Service Manager, such as menu changes, purchase orders, delivery receipts, and temperature checks.
9. Assist in the FIFO process for food and supply products.
10. Collaborate with Food Services and other departments.
11. Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

The following qualifications are required:

• Current certificate in food handling from a local health authority or recent completion of a comparable food handler training program; training can be provided if needed.
• Culinary designation/diploma or equivalent is an asset.
• Experience in healthcare or hospitality settings is an asset.
• Knowledge of weights, measurements, recipe conversion, and portion control.
• Familiarity with Ontario Food Premises Regulation, Canada’s Food Guide, and therapeutic diets.
• Understanding of HACCP, WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety, and Sanitation Code.
• Physical and mental ability to perform duties.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work well individually and in a team.
• Empathy and understanding of seniors' needs.
• Must be free of communicable diseases.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Recent vulnerable sector screening (within last 6 months), TB test results (within last 6 months), or chest X-ray (within last year), and two supervisory references.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages
• Support for personal and professional growth

We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter. Although we appreciate all applicants' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace and welcome applications from all persons. We accommodate accessibility needs during the hiring process; please notify your supervisor or hiring manager if needed.