Senior Living Kitchen Cook II

Thehamletsatduncan; Hope; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Cook Level II to prepare nutritious meals aligned with residents’ dietary needs, safety standards, and compassionate service. Reporting to the Food Services Manager or Support Services Manager, you will contribute to residents’ wellness through high‑quality cooking and strong teamwork.

You will follow established menus, manage portions, handle special events, monitor temperatures, and uphold food safety policies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized culinary institute is required.
• Experience in a residential care or mental health environment is an asset.
• Maintains active Food Safe certification; CPR/First Aid is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food using roasting, frying, grilling, steaming, poaching, boiling, and baking as directed.
• Organizes ingredients and equipment for food preparation.
• Cooks and seasons menu and therapeutic diet items such as soups, sauces, salads, meats, and vegetables.
• Plans cooking schedule to maintain quality and nutrition per the menu.
• Controls portioning to meet recipe yields and servings.
• Prepares food for special events, large orders, and catered functions.
• Samples and adjusts food for palatability and temperature.
• Monitors cooler/freezer temperatures to ensure safety.
• Ensures proper food rotation to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Follows Food Safety and Sanitation Plans per health regulations.

Skills

Supervision

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate from a recognized culinary institute

Job description

Optima Living is seeking a Cook Level II to prepare nutritious meals aligned with residents’ dietary needs, safety standards, and compassionate service. Reporting to the Food Services Manager or Support Services Manager, you will contribute to residents’ wellness through high‑quality cooking and strong teamwork.

You will follow established menus, manage portions, handle special events, monitor temperatures, and uphold food safety policies.