Cook - Casual

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! Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees. This position is at our Lindsay Bloom location. 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/specialty 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 work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity; To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate 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 Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Expected wage: $24.78/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 Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of all meals for residents, guests, and employees. This includes following standardized recipes, managing temperature audits, and adhering to therapeutic diet requirements.

Candidates must possess a Food Handler's Certificate and have experience in large-scale food preparation, preferably in healthcare or retirement settings. A current Vulnerable Sector Check and the physical ability to lift heavy items are required.

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

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Trades

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level