Cook

Cook- Permanent Full Time
Waterford Kingston
Rate of Pay: $18.04 (As per the Collective agreement)
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Sienna you won't just fill a position; you will build lasting relationships with residents who call Aspira their home. Join us in a role where knowing each resident not just by name, but by story, is not just possible, it is expected. Our purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life! We truly believe it is a privilege to serve Canada's seniors, ensuring they live fulfilling lives with the utmost comfort, dignity, and respect.

Why you belong here:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members' financial, personal and professional needs:

• Competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth to develop the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• Welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What you'll be doing:

You will be a welcomed team member, working in a fast paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents' lives. As a Cook, you will prepare nutritious, high quality meals while gaining an understanding of residents' dietary needs, preferences, and cultural considerations. You will contribute to creating enjoyable dining experiences that support residents' health and well being. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

What makes you a great fit:

• Hands on experience preparing meals and snacks in a fast paced kitchen, following recipes, production sheets, and menu guidelines.
• Understanding the importance of meeting prescribed dietary requirements, proper food temperatures, and portion control while maintaining high quality standards.
• Monitoring quality of food supplies received and advising team leader of problems and making recommendations about corrective action.
• In the absence of the team leader, assuming responsibility for departmental operations including menu changes as necessary, requisitions, and purchasing food and other supplies from authorized suppliers.

What you need to know:

• Grade 12 minimum education required.
• A valid Safe Food Handling Certificate and/or Smart Serve certificate.
• Experience with cooking in institutional, health care, restaurant, or hospitality settings.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada or possessing a valid work/study permit.
• Successfully passing a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• 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.