Resident Dining Cook - Senior Living & Events

Atria Retirement Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, and vision

Paid holidays & PTO

401(k) employer match

Career development, including tuition 

Mentoring opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Referral programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Atria Retirement Canada is seeking a dependable cook to prepare and present meals in our community kitchens. You will work with the Executive Chef and team to ensure meals meet safety standards and resident expectations, following established recipes and menus.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of cooking experience in hospitality or healthcare, and a food handler permit if required. This on-site role offers growth opportunities, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to a resident-focused dining

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years experience as a cook in hospitality or healthcare.
• Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or company standards.
• Able to read and follow recipes and production guides, cleaning schedules and logs.
• Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community.
• Work with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
• Responsible for opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
• Ensure all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
• Adhere to standard food safety practices and cleaning schedules.
• Assist with preparation and execution of special events and banquets.

Skills

English communication

Food preparation

Kitchen safety & sanitation

Meal service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Atria Retirement Canada is seeking a dependable cook to prepare and present meals in our community kitchens. You will work with the Executive Chef and team to ensure meals meet safety standards and resident expectations, following established recipes and menus.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of cooking experience in hospitality or healthcare, and a food handler permit if required. This on-site role offers growth opportunities, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to a resident-focused dining