Status: Open

Cook 2

Location: Penticton, BC

Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Competition #: PEN.26.073

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

The Opportunity

Location

Good Samaritan Village By The Station
270 Hastings Ave, Penticton, BC V2A 2V6

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time 1.0

Expected Start Date

As soon as possible

Hours of Work

0930-1745

Wages

$29.72/hour

Employee Group

HEU

Reporting to the Hospitality Manager or Site Manager, Cook II’ s prepares, cook, and bake food for residents, staff and visitors in a safe manner according to menus and applicable processes, including diet therapeutic items and special requests while adhering to standardized recipes, production sheets and special lists. Cook II’s ensure all food preparation and handling functions provided by Food Services are completed in a safe and satisfactory manner, in accordance with established standards, processes and quantity controls.

Educational and other Qualifications

Red Seal – Journeyman Cook

ALBERTA EMPLOYEES: Food Safety Certificate or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Comfortable using a computer including email and internet




- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing so others can easily interpret and understand it fully
- Exhibits an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
- Maintains an individual’s dignity and self-worth during conversations
- Excellent active listening skills
- Demonstrates flexibility by changing routine to accommodate client/resident needs

Work Experience

Experience working with the elderly

Three to five years Institutional Cooking experience (other relevant experience may be considered)

Requirements:

- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

Internal Closing Date : September 25, 2026

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, existing GSS/GSC staff will be given priority.

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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