Locations: Moira Place (Tweed, ON)
Status: Part-Time
Shifts: Various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Pay Range:
- $21.86 – $24.70 per hour (Long-Term Care)
Starting rate, wage progression, and premiums are determined by the applicable collective agreement at each work location.
About AON
At AON’s Long Term Care Homes and Retirement Residences, our caring and highly skilled staff promote family and community involvement to enrich the lives of our residents. What sets us apart is our service and our commitment to Care in everything we do. Join our team and help create meaningful dining experiences that enhance resident comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life.
Position Summary
As a Cook, you will prepare and serve high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals for residents and guests while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and customer service.
You will ensure meals meet dietary needs and preferences while contributing to a positive dining experience in a warm and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Service
- Prepare meals following approved recipes, ensuring proper portioning, temperature, and presentation
- Manage food preparation for special events and catering as required
- Ensure meals meet residents’ dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences
Dietary & Record Management
- Review and follow therapeutic diets, allergies, and dietary restrictions
- Maintain accurate records including menus, food orders, delivery receipts, and temperature logs
Kitchen Operations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and IPAC protocols
- Support smooth kitchen operations through teamwork and communication
Team & Communication
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
- Participate in in-services, training, and ongoing education opportunities
- Provide friendly, professional service to residents, families, and guests
Qualifications
- Valid Safe Food Handlers certificate required
- Chef training or Culinary Management diploma preferred (meeting Ministry standards)
- Minimum two years of cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, or institutional setting preferred
- Experience with therapeutic diets and senior nutrition is an asset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
Why Join AON?
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Commitment to resident comfort, safety, and satisfaction
- Competitive compensation with premiums available for qualified Cooks
Additional Information
This posting is used to build an ongoing talent pool for opportunities across multiple sites. Vacancies at unionized locations will be posted internally in accordance with the applicable collective agreement before external applicants are considered.
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our hiring process—every application is reviewed by our team.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
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Pay: $21.86-$24.70 per hour
Work Location: In person
