Red Seal Cook

Northsidecommunityguesthome; North Sydney; On-site; CAD 30,444 - 33,833; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Nova Scotia is seeking a part-time Cook for the Dietary Department. The Cook is responsible for the preparation of meals that meet dietary requirements and individual needs, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma, a Food Handler’s Course, and preferably experience in healthcare food service. Benefits include a flexible schedule and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Red Seal designation preferred.
• Food Handler’s Course required.
• Experience in healthcare food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies.
• Follow daily menus for individual nutritional needs.
• Maintain high sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Supervise assigned subordinate staff members.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Sanitation and safety practices

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Red Seal designation

Food Handler’s Course

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate

Tools

Mixers

Dishwashers

Food processors

Job description

Dietary Department

Northside Community Guest Home - North Sydney, NS, Canada

Job Title: Cook

Department: Dietary

Responsible To: Director of Dietary Services

Purpose

To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of meals that align with both general dietary requirements and individual needs. The Cook is responsible for baking and assisting with all aspects of food preparation throughout the facility. This position also serves as a backup for the Head Chef when needed and follows all safety, hygiene, and food preparation regulations as set by dietary services and dietitians.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow daily menus planned by the dietary supervisor and dietitian for individual nutritional needs.
• Maintain high sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Operate kitchen appliances and clean equipment and work areas.
• Record and manage holding temperatures and freezer storage temperatures.
• Adhere to regulations including infection control, hazardous materials handling, fire and equipment safety, and lifting techniques.
• Assist in training new employees and attend required in‑services (WHMIS, Fire‑Safety, Food Handlers, First Aid/CPR).
• Participate in dietary staff meetings.
• Assist in the supervision and instruction of food service staff as assigned.
• Supervise assigned subordinate staff members.

Equipment Used

Mixers, slicers, vegetable peelers, knives, dishwashers, microwave ovens, stove ovens, steamers, food processors, blenders, and related kitchen equipment.

Working Conditions

Interacts with residents, family members, staff, and visitors. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, stir, walk, lift, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Red Seal designation preferred
• Food Handler’s Course required
• Experience in healthcare food service preferred

Working Hours

Subject to rotation and change, including weekends and holidays

Job Types

Part‑time, Casual

Pay

$22.10 - $24.56 per hour

Expected Hours

4–40 per week

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• On‑site parking

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• On call

Education

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience

Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Language

English (preferred)

License/Certification

• Food Handler Certification
• Food Safe, SafeCheck, or equivalent