Job Description
Position Title:
Cook (Casual) – Pine Meadow Nursing Home
Time Type:
Casual
Posting Date:
2026-05-28
Primary Location:
Pine Meadow Nursing Home
Job Description:
Reporting to the Nutrition Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparation and delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees.
Key Responsibilities
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To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees;
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To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;
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To ensure use of proper food handling techniques;
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To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;
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To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /specialty diets according to planned menus;
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To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;
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To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;
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To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;
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To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;
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To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;
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To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions;
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To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
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To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
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To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures;
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To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
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To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
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To complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate or be willing to obtain one
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Red Seal Certificate preferred, but not required
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Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting
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Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating
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Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets
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Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift
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Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English (other languages an asset).
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Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
When you choose to build your career with Pine Meadow Nursing Home, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences
Part time
Compensation Details
$22.69 - $24.37
We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
