Second Cook
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Second Cook
Aspira Pacifica Retirement Living - 2525 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V4P 0C8 Rate of Pay: $21.54/hr This posting is for a new position.
This is a Permanent Full-Time position with 75 hours biweekly.
- Sun OFF
- Mon OFF
- Tuesday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Wednesday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Thursday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Friday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Saturday 11:00AM-7:00PM
At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships
with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected.
Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a
privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.
Why you belong here
We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and
culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:
- A competitive wage and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
What you’ll be doing
You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where
you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Second Cook, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
What makes you a great fit?
- Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following recipes or directions. Ensures food is served at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities
- Inspects food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices; Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers
- Completes all necessary documentation/ audits (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned
- Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Executive Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Executive Chef or First Cook
- Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action
- Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members
- In the absence of the First Cook, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
- Advises Executive Chef of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports
- Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents
- To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days
- In the absence of the team leader, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
What you need to know
- Minimum (1) one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency
- Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors
- Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve Certificate
- All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- Some post-secondary training from a recognized institution in food preparation
- You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion
in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
Not the right fit? Search for Second Cook jobs in White Rock, British Columbia, Canada
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.
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Second Cook
Top Benefits
About the role
Second Cook
Aspira Pacifica Retirement Living - 2525 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V4P 0C8 Rate of Pay: $21.54/hr This posting is for a new position.
This is a Permanent Full-Time position with 75 hours biweekly.
- Sun OFF
- Mon OFF
- Tuesday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Wednesday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Thursday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Friday 11:00AM-7:00PM
- Saturday 11:00AM-7:00PM
At Sienna you won’t just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships
with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role were knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected.
Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a
privilege to serve Canada’s seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.
Why you belong here
We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and
culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:
- A competitive wage and vacation package
- Health & Dental benefits program
- Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
- Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
- A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs
What you’ll be doing
You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast-paced environment where
you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Second Cook, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
What makes you a great fit?
- Reviews daily menus and preparation list and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation. Prepares food following recipes or directions. Ensures food is served at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities
- Inspects food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices; Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers
- Completes all necessary documentation/ audits (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures if applicable, menu changes) as assigned
- Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises Executive Chef of problems. Reports food, supply, and equipment needs to the Executive Chef or First Cook
- Alerts the Executive Chef to problems and makes recommendations about corrective action
- Assists in the orientation and training of new food and beverage team members
- In the absence of the First Cook, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
- Advises Executive Chef of all team member incidents that may result in an Occupational Accident Claim, any concerns with the physical plant, incidents or injuries and completes required reports
- Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, co-workers, and residents
- To participate actively in planning /preparing special occasion and theme meal days
- In the absence of the team leader, assumes responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers
What you need to know
- Minimum (1) one year experience in volume food preparation in the hospitality or seniors living industry
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency
- Must be sensitive to the dietary needs of seniors
- Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the home
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
- Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve Certificate
- All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Record Check
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
- Some post-secondary training from a recognized institution in food preparation
- You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
- You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
- Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion
in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
Not the right fit? Search for Second Cook jobs in White Rock, British Columbia, Canada
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.