First Cook

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

Job summary

Medcan, a leader in health and wellness, seeks a passionate First Cook to join our Nourish kitchen team in East York. This full-time position entails preparing healthy meals, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean workspace. Join a supportive environment dedicated to wellness and employee growth.

Benefits

Employee perks including wellness programs

Comprehensive health plans

Career growth opportunities

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a full service kitchen.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Nourish foods.
• Ensure food safety in handling and cooking.
• Daily cleaning and inventory control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independence

Job description

Are you passionate about helping people live their healthiest lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where your contributions truly matter? If so, Medcan is the place for you!

About Us:

Founded in 1987, Medcan is a leader in transformational proactive and primary care dedicated to helping patients and team members live well, for life. We offer a comprehensive range of services including preventative health assessments, wellness programs, and specialized medical care.

Our core values of excellence, drive, respect and integrity guide everything we do. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we’re proud to support over 1,500 businesses across Canada with our health and wellness solutions.

Join Our Team as a First Cook!

The Role: Nourish by Medcan is looking for an individual who is passionate about healthy delicious food. Attention to detail and a strong work ethic are required in this position. The individual works together with Nourish kitchen team members to ensure a flawlessly executed final product that supports our goal to encourage our patrons to Eat Well. Live Well.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Coffee and Snacks: Keep your energy up with our delicious onsite offerings.

• Employee Perks: Access to wellness programs like fitness training and other discounted Medcan services and products.

• Benefits: Comprehensive health plans, retirement saving matches, educational reimbursement, and so much more!

• Engaging Work Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

• Recognition: We celebrate our employees’ contributions through manager recognition and AwardCo prizes.

• Career Growth Opportunities: We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

What You’ll Do:

• Responsible for handling, preparing and cooking Nourish foods.

• Daily cleaning of cooking area including fridge's/freezers, countertops and stove tops

• Ensures that all food products are handled, stored, prepared and served safely in accordance with Food Safety guidelines

• Assist in kitchen inventory control and ordering

• Other reasonable duties as assigned

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a full service kitchen, with food handling, preparation, and food packaging

• Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends (Saturday & Sunday) if required

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work on independently

• A valid Food Handlers Certificate is required

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week based on business needs between business hours, Monday to Friday.

This role will be based at the 1129 Broadview Ave, East York, ON M4K 2S6 kitchen location.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of a company that truly cares about its people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and let’s inspire wellness together.

Diversity, Equity and Accessibility:

Medcan is dedicated to employment equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to ensure all staff have a fair opportunity to participate and success at work. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise your Talent Acquisition Specialist if you require accommodation.