Prep Cook

Sienna Senior Living • Waterloo, IA

19d • CA$18 - CA$19 • Onsite

About The Position

Aspira Hygate Waterloo Retirement Living is seeking a Prep Cook to join their team in Waterloo, ON. This is a Permanent Part-Time position with 30 hours bi-weekly. At Sienna, the focus is on building lasting relationships with residents and cultivating happiness in daily life. The organization believes in serving seniors with comfort, dignity, and respect. Sienna aims to create an environment where team members feel valued, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Minimum one year experience in volume food preparation, catering and special Event preparation in the Hospitality or Retirement Residences industry
• Must have a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
• Must possess good public relations and communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive attitude necessary to meet the goals and standards of the residence
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for the majority of the shift
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check

Nice To Haves

• Smart Serve Certificate is an asset

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing nutritious, high-quality meals while learning about residents’ dietary requirements, preferences, and cultural needs.
• Contributing to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents’ health and well-being.
• Setting up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
• Preparing food and ingredients following standardized recipes.
• Providing for prescribed diets, at appropriate temperatures and in portion controlled quantities under the direct guidance of a Cook or Chef.
• Receiving, checking and storing food and supply deliveries in accordance with food safety standards, Health and Safety standards and prescribed practices.
• Monitoring quality and quantity of food supplies received and advising the Cook or Chef on duty of problems.
• Reporting food, supply, and equipment needs to the Cook or Chef.
• Assisting with the delivery, set-up and removal of food for special events, buffets and catered functions.
• Completing assigned cleaning tasks according to instructions and cleaning schedules.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED