Second Cook

Sienna Senior Living; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual on-call shifts

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living is hiring a Second Cook for Aspira Astoria Retirement Living in Port Coquitlam, BC. This is a casual on-call role with a 6:00 AM–2:30 PM shift potential across weeknights and weekends. The position requires a positive attitude, good English communication, and a Safe Food Handling Certificate.

Responsibilities include menu review, food prep, safety audits, ordering from suppliers, and helping train new team members. AI screening may be used in the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry.
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency.
• Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Prepares food following recipes or directions and ensures proper temperatures and portion control.
• Inspects food preparation and serving areas for sanitary practices and proper storage/rotation of food items.
• Completes required documentation/audits (temperatures, menu changes) as assigned.
• Monitors quality of food supplies and reports issues to the Executive Chef or First Cook.
• Assists in orientation and training of new team members.
• In the absence of the First Cook, handles departmental operations including menu changes and purchases.
• Reports incidents or concerns to Executive Chef and completes required reports.
• Follows health and safety policies and participates in special occasion/theme meals.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Food preparation

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

location Port Coquitlam, BC, 2245 Kelly Avenue category Other Part-Time Sep 29 2026

Second Cook
Aspira Astoria Retirement Living - Port Coquitlam, BC
Rate of Pay: $20.57/hr
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Casual (ON-CALL) position to pick up shifts whenever we are needing.

We are looking for someone who is able to pick up a 6:00AM-2:30PM shift any day of the week.

If you’re passionate about leading a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!

The Second Cook is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members.

As a Second Cook, your typical day will impact the following ways:

• Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following recipes or directions. Ensures food is served at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities.
• Inspects food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices; Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers.
• Completes all necessary documentation/ audits (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned.
• Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Executive Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Executive Chef or First Cook.
• Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members.
• In the absence of the First Cook, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers.
• Advises Executive Chef of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports.
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents.
• To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days.

Must haves:

• Minimum (1) one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry.
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency.
• Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check.

Bonus points for having:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Some post-secondary training from a recognized institution in food preparation.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

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.