Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do-but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know-we're here to support you.Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!We are looking for a dynamic individual to be a part of our Halifax team for the position of Second Cook.ResponsibilitiesPrepares residents meals according to established standards including cook/chill/freeze menu concept, special instructions, recipes, volumes, temperature, food safety, use of garnishes or condiments to ensure optimum nutrition and presentationPerforms established procedures for stock control,



prepared food packaging and rotation using HACCP principlesEnsures protected and appropriate storage and preparation of all food supplies using HACCP principlesMaintains a high level personal hygiene and sanitation in the work areaResponds to and accommodates requests from various areas of the facility regarding food service/production via telephone or electronic communication and responds appropriately providing additional servings/specials, and other related requests as neededPerforms proper operation, safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures (applying WHMIS training) with all equipment and also in work areaPrepares foods for ancillary meal services Assisted Living, Enriched Meal Program, Adult Day Care; Community Centre; Meals on Wheels, special occasions and special function servicesAssists with and performs other related duties as may be requested.QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalentDiploma of Culinary Arts or EquivalentBasic Food Safety CertificationThree to five years of relevant work experienceFood service experience requiredRecipe development experience requiredAdvanced Food Safety CertificationMust be able to lift 50 lbs at a time, in good general health and able to endure the day-to-day pressure of the position.Must maintain regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood standard.Hours of Work56 hours bi-weekly ( 8 hour shifts) - DaysStart DateImmediatelyTo learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.Northwood.CareNorthwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Second Cook - Permanent - Part Time - Days/Evenings- Halifax (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Northwood
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality