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First Cook

$23.5 per hour
Full-time

Sienna Senior Living

locationPort Coquitlam, BC, 2245 Kelly Avenue categoryOther Job ID: FIRST076218 Full-Time Jun 22 2026

First Cook

Aspira Astoria Retirement Living - Port Coquitlam, BC

Rate of Pay: $23.50hr

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Permanent Full-Time position.

Schedule:

  • Sun 10:30AM-7:00PM
  • Mon 10:30AM-7:00PM
  • Tues 10:30AM-6:30PM
  • Wed OFF
  • Thurs OFF
  • Fri 10:30AM-7:00PM
  • Sat 10:30AM-7:00PM

As a First Cook your typical day will impact in the following ways:

  • Visually inspect, select and use only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats, fish and other food products of the highest possible standard in the preparation of all menu items.
  • Prepares food items for residents using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner based on rotational seasonal menus
  • Subject matter expert in scratch cooking skills (e.g. mother sauces, stocks, starch and vegetable, homemade desserts). Enjoys teaching and coaching.
  • Provides for meals at appropriate temperatures, with attractive presentations, balanced taste and in portion controlled quantities.
  • Monitors to ensure proper receiving, storage (including temperature setting) and rotation of food products so as to comply with health department regulations, including coverage, labeling, dating, and placing items in proper containers of kitchen and service.
  • In the absence of the Executive Chef assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations, makes menu changes as necessary, requisitions and purchases food and other supplies from authorized suppliers and maintains records as directed.
  • Provides direction to Second Cooks and Stewards in food preparation procedures, prep work, and plating of food. Maintains a clean and sanitized work environment at all times.
  • Adheres to department policies and procedures for department including sanitation, safety, and quality assurance. Completes all necessary documentation (food and refrigeration temperatures, dishwashing machine temperatures).
  • Assists and directs with daily cleaning duties as scheduled.
  • Assists with quarterly food inventory count. Ensures the FIFO rule is followed.
  • Assists in the orientation and training of kitchen team members.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Must haves

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the hospitality or seniors living sector.
  • Red Seal designation or a diploma from a culinary program at a recognized college.
  • A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate
  • Must possess good public relations and communication skills.
  • Experience in large quantity food, catering and special event preparation.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel an asset.
  • Ability to work to deadlines.
  • Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills required. All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check
  • Bonus Points for having: Experience working with food ordering systems.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.

Vacancy posted 21 days ago
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