Lead Cook - Long-Term Care Nutrition & Team Leadership

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal health service in Toronto is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to prepare and cook food for seniors in long-term care. Responsibilities include managing supplies, ensuring safe food handling, and maintaining high standards of hygiene. The ideal candidate has a culinary diploma or equivalent experience in a large-scale setting. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to equity are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and cooking food in large-scale settings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food for residents.
• Monitors food supplies and manages inventory.
• Ensures food is cooked and served at proper temperatures.

Skills

Experience in a food services environment

Ability to work collaboratively

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of hygiene and safe food handling techniques

Commitment to equity and diversity

Education

Chef Training or Culinary Management diploma

Certification of Food Handler/Safety Awareness Program

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

A municipal health service in Toronto is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to prepare and cook food for seniors in long-term care. Responsibilities include managing supplies, ensuring safe food handling, and maintaining high standards of hygiene. The ideal candidate has a culinary diploma or equivalent experience in a large-scale setting. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to equity are essential for this role.