Job Overview

As part of Concordia Wellness Projects Inc. (CWPI), a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of seniors in our community, Bergen Gardens offers a warm, supportive environment where residents and team members feel a true sense of family and belonging. Our state-of-the-art retirement residence includes 149 Assisted Living suites as well as 48 private health-care suites within four intimate Memory Care Cottages, each home to 12 residents. Our specially trained team provides compassionate, person-directed care. At Bergen Gardens, every team member plays an important role in the residents’ physical, mental and spiritual wellness—from providing care, preparing and serving home-cooked meals, cleaning suites, supporting laundry services, maintaining our building and grounds, leading engaging activities and opportunities to socialize, welcoming residents and visitors, or assisting with office operations, our team works together to create a safe, comfortable and fulfilling place to call home. We value people who take the time to know our residents, build genuine relationships, and take pride in making a difference. In return, we offer competitive wages, a collaborative workplace, and the opportunity to do meaningful work every day

Duties

- Review daily menus, recipes, resident census, expected meal numbers, and special dietary requirements before food preparation.
- Prepare meals according to approved menus, recipes, portion sizes, nutritional requirements, and quality standards.
- Set up and maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked workstations to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Prepare special diets, including allergies, intolerances, therapeutic diets, and texture-modified meals,



following prescribed requirements and procedures to prevent cross-contact and contamination.
- Ensure texture-modified meals meet prescribed consistency requirements and maintain appropriate taste, appearance, temperature, and quality.
- Coordinate with kitchen and dining staff to ensure meals are prepared accurately and served on time.
- Receive, inspect, label, date, store, and rotate food and supplies according to established food safety procedures.
- Monitor inventory, control portions, minimize waste, and report shortages, product concerns, and supply needs to the appropriate supervisor.
- Complete required food safety documentation, including temperature logs, cleaning checklists, and production records.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen; safely operate equipment and ensure food is properly cooled, stored, and handled.
- Communicate resident feedback, dietary concerns, menu suggestions, equipment issues, and operational needs to the Kitchen Supervisor or Director of Food Services
- Assist with special events and menu improvements while working cooperatively with kitchen and dining teams to provide a positive, resident-focused dining experience.
- Complete assigned shift duties, including cleaning, food storage, documentation, and handover communication.




- Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the skills, training, and capabilities required for the position.

Qualifications

- Culinary Arts diploma, certificate, or equivalent culinary training; Red Seal certification is an asset.
- Previous commercial kitchen experience, preferably in senior living, long-term care, health care, or institutional food service.
- Experience preparing special diets and texture-modified meals, including minced and moist and pureed consistencies, is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food allergies, intolerances, and cross-contact prevention.
- Understanding of food safety, sanitation, safe food handling, and storage practices in accordance with applicable Manitoba requirements.
- Ability to follow recipes, dietary instructions, portion standards, and production schedules.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to resident dignity, choice, food quality, and person-directed care.
- Food Handler Certificate, or willingness to obtain certification as required.
- Must be able to work on your feet, walk around the building and lift up to 35LB
- Grade 12 or equivalent

What We Offer

- A rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of seniors.
- A welcoming and supportive team environment.
- A varied position where no two days are exactly the same.
- The prospect to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and the community.

If you are outgoing, dependable, organized, and enjoy creating a positive experience for seniors, we would love to hear from you!

Work Location: In person

📌 Line Cook/Prep Cook (Winnipeg)
🏢 Bergen Gardens
📍 Winnipeg