Prep Cook NU

Sienna Senior Living; Barrie; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & vacation package

Health & Dental benefits

SOAR Share Ownership program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Continuous learning & growth

Inclusive work culture

Job summary

Aspira Waterford Retirement Living in Barrie, ON is hiring a Prep Cook under Sienna Senior Living. You will assist with preparing nutritious meals, following recipes, and learning dietary requirements to serve residents with care and respect.

You will be part of a welcoming team, ensuring high food safety standards while contributing to a positive dining experience that supports residents’ health and happiness. This role provides growth opportunities and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education.
• Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special event preparation.
• Event preparation in the Hospitality or Retirement Residences industry.
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Smart Serve Certificate is an asset.
• Must possess good public relations and communication skills.
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for the majority of the shift.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit.
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals by following standardized recipes.
• Learn and accommodate residents' dietary requirements, preferences and cultural needs.
• Contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and wellbeing.
• Work as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment to serve residents.

Skills

Volume food preparation

Cooking knowledge

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Smart Serve certificate

Public relations

Education

Grade 12

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Prep Cook

Aspira Waterford Retirement Living - Barrie, ON

Rate of Pay: $18.08

This posting is for an existing vacancy

At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What you’ll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Prep Cook, you will assist with preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while learning about residents’ dietary requirements, preferences, and cultural needs. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit?

• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation
• Preparing food and ingredients following standardized recipes
• Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities under the direct guidance of a Cook or Chef
• Receiving, checking and storing food and supply deliveries in accordance with food safety standards, Health and Safety standards and prescribed practices
• Monitoring quality and quantity of food supplies received and advising the Cook or Chef on duty of problems
• Reporting food, supply, and equipment needs to the Cook or Chef
• Assisting with the delivery, set-up and removal of food for special events, buffets and catered functions
• Completing assigned cleaning tasks according to instructions and cleaning schedules.
• Performing other duties as assigned

What you need to know:

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special
• Event preparation in the Hospitality or Retirement Residences industry
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Smart Serve Certificate is an asset
• Must possess good public relations and communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for the majority of the shift
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.