Prep Cook

Atria Management Company; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living company in Nanaimo is seeking a culinary aide to assist in meal preparation and ensure food safety. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to food standards. Ideal candidates should have basic cooking skills and be capable of following recipes. Join a supportive environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual anniversary rewards

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Food handlers permit as required by law.
• Able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals.
• Provide high customer service.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills

Effective communication in English

Food handling knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals.

• Provide a high level of customer service.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Maintain kitchen in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
• Assist cook with preparation and presentation of meals and snacks in accordance to company recipe and production guides.
• Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
• Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
• Assist cooks as requested.
• Adhere to standard food safety practices.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
• Effectively read, write and communicate in English with residents and other employees.
• Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
• Able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
• Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
• Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
• Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Application Review

Every application is given due consideration. If your experience and skills are aligned with the job requirements, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview.

Interviews & Assessments

Your interview will be conducted by phone or in person with an Atria recruiter or hiring manager. This process may include additional interviews, reference checks and skill assessments.

Offer Letter

If you are chosen for the position, an offer will be made by phone and email. The email will include a letter which you’ll sign electronically, return to us and can download for your records.

Post-Offer Hiring Process

You’ll receive all needed forms, instructions and our contact information if you have any follow-up questions. This process may include a background check and/or a drug screen.

Check-ins from your future team

As turnaround times vary for screening results, we’ll provide any needed updates and let you know what to expect for your first day on the job.

First day and onboarding

Congratulations – we’re excited to have you join our team! Onboarding varies by position, but on your first day at Atria you’ll typically meet coworkers, take a workplace tour and begin any required training.

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