Cook

Sienna Senior Living•Saskatoon, SK

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At Aspira Stonebridge Crossing Retirement Living, you won't just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where 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. 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.

Requirements

Hands-on experience preparing meals and snacks in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes, production sheets, and menu guidelines.
Understanding of meeting prescribed dietary requirements, proper food temperatures, and portion control while maintaining high quality standards.
Grade 12 minimum education required.
A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve certificate.
Experience with cooking in institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit.
Must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

Prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations.
Contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being.
Be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.
Monitor quality of food supplies received and advises team leader of problems and makes recommendations about corrective action.
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.