Assistant Cook - Part-time

Description Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees. Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today! Mission Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Assistant Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. Key Outcomes Live our values of Human Focus, Creativity and Excellence Lend a helping hand Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank) Key Responsibilities To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively To ensure use of proper food handling techniques To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct To complete all other tasks as assigned. Required Education, Credentials And Experience Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate; Red Seal Certificate preferred; Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting; Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating; Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets; Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift; Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset. Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS). Wage: $18.61/hourly Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors such as skills, experience, location, and internal equity, and is expected to fall within the posted range.

The Assistant Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of all meals for residents, guests, and employees. This includes adhering to standardized recipes, managing therapeutic diets, and ensuring strict compliance with food safety regulations.

Candidates must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and have experience in large-quantity food preparation, preferably in healthcare or retirement settings. Physical ability to lift heavy items and a current Vulnerable Sector Screening are also required.

• Customer servicePreferred
• Food preparationPreferred

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• Food Preparation
• Food Handling
• Menu Planning
• Therapeutic Diets
• Temperature Auditing
• Budget Management
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Large Quantity Cooking
• Dietary Policy Adherence
• Customer Service

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Trades

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Oct 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level