Cook, Longworth Retirement Residence

Longworth Retirement Residence is committed to providing seniors with a safe, secure environment that respects each individual's right to the highest quality services that support healthy physical, emotional and social well-being. We are currently looking for a Full Time Cook who shares both our compassion and vision, to join our team.

Our elegant dining lounge buzzes with energy at all times as residents anticipate their tasty, homemade meals. Reporting to the Food Services Manager, you will demonstrate your creative flair while preparing quality meals, snacks, baked goods and catering events to meet our high standards of nutrition and dining enjoyment.

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparation of meals according to the posted menu ensuring that the high standards set are executed and respected at all times
• Oversee and assist with the service of food, ensuring client food preferences are respected.
• Ensure that all dietary functions are performed in a clean, sanitary manner.
• Assist the Food Service Manager in control of food costs, waste, and ordering.
• Recommend and institute change in technique or procedure for more efficient operation.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new dietary personnel.
• Inspect for food supplies and determine what quantities of food should be reordered, communicating this to Food Service Manager.
• Cover in the absence of the Food Services Manager

Experience & Qualifications:

• Chef/Cook Certification from a recognized college, preferably Red Seal
• Experience with quantity food preparation and execution, ideally in a 5 star hotel or Seniors' Living environment.
• Empathy for, and an understanding of the needs of our customers and their guests.
• Ability to speak, read and write English, and to follow oral and written directions, and do arithmetic calculations.

In addition to attractive hours, between 10 am and 8 pm (weekdays and weekends), we offer a competitive compensation package, including benefits and pension.

We invite you to submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of the Food Services Manager.

Apply for this position →