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Part time cook

Extendicare
Scarborough, ON

Job details

Part-time

Skills

Mandarin
Red Seal
Food Handler Certification
Cantonese
Food preparation

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Job Description

Mission:
Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services or Dietary Manager, the Cook is responsible
for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
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 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 as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;

To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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 Mandarin/Cantonese 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
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to
reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and
recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the

lives of others through your work.

Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating
under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands.
We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’
population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever
they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under
management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services
annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately
150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly
trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care
and services to help people live better

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$26.03 - $27.67

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.

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