Status: Open

Cook 2

Location: Edmonton, AB

Closing Date: October 15, 2026

Competition #: WH.26.027

Employment Type: Casual

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 Chance

Location

Good Samaritan Wedman House
10524 19 Avenue, Edmonton, AB

Employment Type

Casual 0 FTE

Hours of Work

Various

Expected Start Date

As soon as possible

Wages

$22.43 to $28.98

Employee Group

AUPE

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.

Red Seal or Journeyman Cook preferred. Three to Five years institutional cooking experience.



You are knowledgeable and able to implement quality food standards and quantity controls. Food Safety Certificate or equivalent for Alberta employees. Computer skills an asset. Experience working with the elderly is preferred.

You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English. You are adaptable, organized and able to develop good working relationships. You have a genuine interest in working with the aged and chronically ill.

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: October 14, 2026 at 1500 hrs.

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.

📌 Cook 2 (Edmonton)
🏢 The Good Samaritan Society
📍 Edmonton