Atria Senior Living

Job Location CAN-ON-St. Catharines
Job Title
Cook
Category
Culinary - Food Services
Requisition ID
2024-258500
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
Starting at $17.20 / hour

Overview

We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

 

We strive to enhance the lives and exceed the expectations of those we serve every day. To do this, we cultivate the diverse talents of our team members in order to achieve something together that they could not do alone.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has immediate openings for individuals looking for a career with competitive pay and outstanding benefits, including:

  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Community employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification
  • Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
  • Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

 

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

 

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!

Responsibilities

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community.  Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Atria Retirement's standards.   

  • Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
  • Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
  • Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
  • Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
  • Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
  • Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicate needs to Executive Chef/Sous Chef.
  • Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
  • Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
  • Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
  • Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
  • Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
  • Adhere to standard food safety practices.
  • Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
  • Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
  • Attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Communicate effectively in English with employees and residents, as well as read and write English.
  • Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
  • Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
  • Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
  • Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.

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