Sous Chef

Njoyn; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Sous Chef at Parkland on the Glen in Mississauga. You will plan and prepare meals, manage inventory, and ensure kitchen safety, all while being part of a supportive team dedicated to providing quality care for seniors. The role offers meaningful benefits, including comprehensive health plans and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits

RRSP program with employer matching

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts

Access to continuing education and training

Opportunities for sector innovation

Recognition and Rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary and leadership experience.
• Experience with large quantity food preparation.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing meals according to established standards.
• Ordering, receiving, storing and rotating inventory.
• Maintaining safety and sanitation in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary Skills

Food Safety

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

Red Seal Certificate

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Sous Chef to join our Parkland on the Glenteam based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Planning and preparing meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus;
• Ordering, receiving, storing and rotating inventory of all required food and supplies;
• Maintaining safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards;
• Communicating regularly with clients to ensure satisfaction with foodservice;
• Supervising and mentoring cooks to ensure performance meets standards;

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Certificate.
• A valid Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years of both culinary and leadership experience.
• Experience with large quantity food preparation.
• Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.