Cook
$19.67 - $22.72 per hourFull-time
Shannex
Job Number: J0826-0754 Job Title: Cook Job Category: Food & Dining Services (Server, Cook, Dishwasher, Dietary Aide) Job Type: Permanent Part Time Work Location: Parkland at the Common Number of Positions: 1
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. 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™.
We are searching for a Cook to join our PARKLAND AT THE COMMON team based in HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA .
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 you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.
Additional benefits include:
- Approximate hourly wage: $19.67 - $22.72
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)
- 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 Shannex's 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
- Executes departmental policies, procedures and guidelines as a member of the divisional Food Services Team
- Executes food services for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in accordance with Brand Standards
- Executes food service for Supportive Living Lifestyle options in accordance with Brand Standards
- Executes food services for special functions such as catering and theme dinners to ensure service meets established standards
- Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards; ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely
- Introduces self to new resident in the dining rooms as part of resident orientation / welcome
- Responds to resident food service needs and expectations in accordance to service expectations
- Executes the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control; ensures all supplies are stored, labelled, and rotated properly
- Executes the preparation processes for meal service
- Effectively uses all available resources towards satisfaction and financial goals
- Leverages menus, menu costs, recipe binders, and production sheets to guide food preparation
- Participates in the new menu development process
- Maintains safety and sanitation in the department to meet legislative / organizational standards
- Adheres to both provincial and Shannex food safety standards and holds team to the same standards
- Additional duties as assigned/required
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Journey man Cook Certificate
- Current Advanced Food Handler's Certificate
- Minimum of 3-5 years of operational experience in a high-volume kitchen
- Knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
- Experience in preparing large quantities of food
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, prior to appointment.
- Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodation
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 Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.
All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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