Would you like to fill your time with meaningful, fulfilling work for Seniors? VA Leaside - Toronto's premier luxury retirement residence Craft a truly exceptional lifestyle experience from the ground up in one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhood Be a part of a distinguished founding team curating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our Community Members from day one Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay, and more! You have a passion to raise the bar in the retirement industry.

You are an energetic, motivated team player who is able to inspire others to provide the highest standards of performance within the culinary team and the kitchen in particular. You take exceptional pride in the food you make and thoroughly enjoy the team environment needed to make the Culinary team a success! What do you get when a team of experienced industry professionals combine their passion and decide it is time to raise the bar in the retirement living industry?

VA Retirement Communities. We are a group of Canadians committed to bringing the right mix of people together to inspire each other and deliver the highest standards of customer service and performance in the retirement industry. VA Retirement Community, you will be accountable to your schedule and job duties as they pertain to your assigned shifts.

You will collaborate and work as a team player with emphasis on great food preparation and delivery, cleanliness within your department and excellence in hospitality! When needed, you will be part of the first response team for all emergency fire calls, support all caterings both internally and externally by excelling in the V!You will report and document all temperature readings, portion and production controls both in appropriate binders and to the Executive Chef and Culinary Services Manager as required, to ensure a seamless communication and support system. Working closely with the Executive Chef to address, support and honor the needs of our current and prospective Community Members.





Prepares meals for Community Members and guests that align with the V!Ensures food is ready to be served at required times Portions food to meet the Community Members dietary requirements Responsible for constant sanitation, organization, and proper food handling Maintain a clean and healthy work environment including participation in the cleaning of the kitchen Protect own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety Actively participate in all training offered and seek opportunities to continue growing and learning and finding ways to contribute to Making Today Great! VA Values and drive excellence in customer service throughout the community Previous work experience in restaurant, retirement community, hotel, and/or banquet facility Post-secondary education in a culinary program an asset Certificate - Food Safety Awareness Program, as approved by a Public Health Unit WHMIS certification an asset but not required Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and some holidays Ability to manage time effectively with minimal supervision comfortable interacting with older adults Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English. VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. VA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is key. VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19.

Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.

📌 Cook - Food Service / Full time (Toronto)
🏢 VIVA Retirement Communities
📍 Toronto