Resident-Centric Cook II | Senior Living Kitchen

Thehamletsatduncan; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Cook Level II to prepare nutritious meals in accordance with residents' needs and safety standards. You will work under the Food Services Manager or Support Services Manager to support person-centered care and maintain high culinary quality in a respectful, home-like environment.

The role requires formal culinary training, a current Food Safe certification, and strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with residents and team members while upholding infection control

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized culinary institute.
• Active Food Safe certification is required.
• CPR and First Aid certification is an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food using roasting, frying, grilling, steaming, poaching and baking.
• Plans cooking schedule to ensure high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Ensures food safety and sanitation standards are strictly followed.
• Monitors inventory and supplies and reports shortages.
• Acts as backup for Food Services Manager when needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of kitchen.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Team supervision

Problem solving

Education

Culinary institute diploma/degree

Food Safe certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Optima Living is seeking a Cook Level II to prepare nutritious meals in accordance with residents' needs and safety standards. You will work under the Food Services Manager or Support Services Manager to support person-centered care and maintain high culinary quality in a respectful, home-like environment.

The role requires formal culinary training, a current Food Safe certification, and strong interpersonal skills to coordinate with residents and team members while upholding infection control