Prepare nutritious meals for Optima Living residents using culinary techniques, dietary knowledge, and rigorous food safety practices. Support resident wellness through compassionate, timely meal service.
Reporting to the Food Services Manager or Support Services Manager, the Cook Level II prepares menu and therapeutic diet items. The work includes ingredient organization, cooking schedules, portion control, and food quality. Responsibilities also cover sanitation, inventory, communications, and operational support within person-centered care.
Key Responsibilities: Prepare foods through roasting, frying, grilling, steaming, and baking
Cook and season menu and therapeutic diet items
Plan schedules, control portions, and evaluate food quality
Monitor temperatures, sanitation plans,



inventory, and food rotation
Support events, emergencies, meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
Requirements: Graduate from a recognized culinary institute
Maintain active Food Safe certification
Hold required police, vulnerable sector, and health clearances
Communicate professionally and maintain respectful relationships
Work wide-ranging shifts and operate equipment safely
Apply culinary preparation, therapeutic diet awareness, and sanitation expertise to support dignified resident care at Optima Living.

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📌 Senior Living Cook Level II (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta