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COGIR Real Estate

Cook - casual

Kitchener, ON, Canada

$20.89 · Part-time

Within 25 km of Cambridge · About 14.2 km from the city centre

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Pay: $20.89
Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Nov 14, 2026
Posted: Oct 15, 2026

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Wage per hour

$20.89

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.

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;
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 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

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.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals for residents, guests, and employees, including therapeutic and specialty diets, while following menus, recipes, food safety procedures, and service schedules. Maintain food temperature records, make and document menu substitutions, support special meal events, and comply with applicable regulations and departmental policies.

Requirements

A Food Handler's Certificate is required, and a Red Seal Certificate is preferred. Candidates must have experience with large-quantity food preparation, knowledge of food safety regulations and therapeutic diets, and the physical ability to handle heavy, hot items and stand for most of a shift; a current Vulnerable Sector Check is also required or must be obtained.

Skills

Food Handling
Therapeutic Diets
Specialty Diets
Menu Planning
Meal Preparation
Food Safety
Temperature Auditing
Recipe Compliance
Food Service
Budget Management
Knowledge of Food Premises Regulations
Knowledge of Canada's Food Guide
Physical Stamina

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Keywords

Food Handler's Certificate
Red Seal Certificate
Food Safety
Food Handling
Therapeutic Diets
Specialty Diets
Menu Planning
Standardized Recipes
Daily Production Charts
Food Temperature Audits
Food Premises Regulation
Canada's Food Guide
Meal Service
Dietary Department
Vulnerable Sector Check
Criminal Background Check
Quality Improvement Program
Health and Safety Legislation
Senior Living
Healthcare Food Service

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