Cook 2

Are you passionate about preparing great food and making a difference in the lives of others Join a team where your cooking skills help create meaningful dining experiences for seniors every day. At Shannex youll enjoy a stable schedule competitive benefits opportunities for growth and the satisfaction of knowing your work has a direct impact on our residents quality of life. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

Why Join Our Culinary Team

At Parkland Ancaster meals are more than food. They are an important part of our residents daily experience. As a Cook youll have the opportunity to create nutritious enjoyable meals while working alongside an experienced culinary team dedicated to excellence hospitality and resident satisfaction.

Whether youre looking to grow your culinary career or bring your experience to a rewarding healthcare environment Shannex offers opportunities for development ongoing training and advancement within our organization.

We are searching for a Full time and casualCook 2s to join our Parkland Ajaxteam based in Ajax Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximatehourly wage: $22.38 - $23.98
• Enjoy a predictable schedule and work-life balance with the latest scheduled shift ending at 7:00 p.m.
• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative culinary team dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences for residents.
• Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life travel and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Prepare fresh nutritious and delicious meals that enhance the dining experience and well-being of our residents.
• Assists with preparation of food for special functions (e.g. catering theme dinners) to ensure service meets established standards;
• Prepare meals according to established recipes menus and therapeutic dietary requirements while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
• Reports any recipe shortages discrepancies or quality issues to the Executive Chef or supervisor in a timely manner;
• Clean and sanitize cooking station daily; maintain the cleanliness of kitchen equipment such as ovens kettles mixers and others in order to maintain safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards; responsible for the clear and correct labeling of excess food;
• Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics paper plastics cans/bottles non-recyclable material etc;

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

• Enjoys preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Takes pride in food safety consistency and presentation
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Has previous cooking experience (1 year preferred)
• A high-school diploma or a GED;
• Current food handlers certificate (preferred);
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care.

Great People is a core value at Shannex grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity diversity inclusion and belonging and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario our team members help build communities that support connection wellbeing and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced addition Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.