Prep Cook for Senior Living Kitchen — Impactful, Team-Driven

Taylor View Towers; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Growth and professional development

Life, Health & Dental benefits + HSA +

RRSP program with employer matching

Job summary

Taylor View Towers in Red Deer is seeking a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will support the chef by preparing ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring high-quality, fresh meals for residents. A focus on teamwork, patient interaction, and food safety is essential in our Eden Alternative-inspired care model.

We value flexible, organized individuals who can adapt to changes, maintain strong communication, and contribute to a hospitality-driven dining experience for our senior community.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation or a related role
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Assist the chef in preparing ingredients, following recipes, ensuring high quality and freshness
• Demonstrates patient teamwork, mentoring fellow team members when needed
• Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt routines for community benefit
• Strong organizational, time and resource management
• Committed to Person Directed Care, Eden Alternative Philosophy and Domains of Well-Being
• Aiming for excellence in resident, family, and employee care partner satisfaction
• Promotes hospitality and professional service within the community
• Provides services respecting dignity, privacy, independence and individuality
• Ongoing learning through educational workshops and regulatory compliance
• Embody Emergency Management, Infection Control, WHMIS, Health & Safety

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef in preparing ingredients and following recipes
• Ensure all food is prepared to high standards of quality and freshness
• Maintain attention to detail and efficiency in kitchen operations
• Support a professional, hospitality-focused dining experience for residents

Job description

Taylor View Towers in Red Deer is seeking a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will support the chef by preparing ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring high-quality, fresh meals for residents. A focus on teamwork, patient interaction, and food safety is essential in our Eden Alternative-inspired care model.

We value flexible, organized individuals who can adapt to changes, maintain strong communication, and contribute to a hospitality-driven dining experience for our senior community.