Position Summary

Staff Relief Healthcare Services is seeking a qualified and dependable Cook to support meal preparation and food service operations in a long-term care home in North York, Ontario.

Reporting to the Food Service Manager, the Cook will be responsible for preparing, cooking, modifying, and serving meals in accordance with standardized recipes, residents' dietary requirements, individual preferences, applicable Ontario long-term care legislation, public health requirements, and departmental policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to food safety, resident well-being, and providing nutritious, high-quality meals in a safe and respectful environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and established dietary requirements.
- Follow residents' prescribed diets, texture-modified meal requirements, food allergies, and individual dietary preferences.
- Ensure meals are prepared and served safely, accurately, and on schedule.
- Maintain proper food handling, storage, temperature monitoring, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and food preparation environment.
- Comply with applicable Ontario long-term care legislation, public health regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with dietary staff and the multidisciplinary team to support residents' nutritional needs and overall well-being.
- Assist with the orientation and training of new dietary staff, as required.
- Attend staff meetings and complete mandatory education and training.
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, including safe lifting and equipment handling practices.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager.





Qualifications and Requirements

- Must possess a valid Cook Certificate or recognized culinary qualification appropriate to the position.
- Must hold a valid Food Handler Certificate recognized by the applicable local public health authority.
- Previous experience in long-term care, healthcare, or institutional food service is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, safe food handling, and proper food storage and preparation techniques.
- Understanding of residents' nutritional needs, including therapeutic diets, food allergies, and texture-modified meals.
- Familiarity with Ontario long-term care requirements, public health regulations, and food service standards.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated reliability, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with other dietary team members.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift items as required, and work in environments with varying temperatures.
- Ability to assist with coordinating dietary operations in the absence of the Food Services Supervisor, when required.

Mandatory Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates must provide the following documentation, subject to applicable employer and facility requirements:

- Cook Certificate: Proof of the required culinary qualification.
- Food Handler Certificate:



Valid certification from a recognized provider.
- Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC): A satisfactory and up-to-date check meeting the long-term care facility's requirements.
- Tuberculosis (TB) Screening: Current 2 step TB screening documentation meeting the facility's requirements.
- Additional Documentation: Any other health screening, immunization records, or onboarding documentation required by the facility and applicable legislation.

Shift Schedule -

- Regular shift: 9:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
- Occasional coverage: Candidates must be available for occasional 6:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. shifts, as needed.

Flexibility to accommodate occasional shift changes is preferred.

Candidates must meet all applicable occupational health and safety, infection prevention and control, and facility onboarding requirements before commencing employment.

Employment Prospect

Staff Relief Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates who are passionate about food service, resident care, and contributing to a positive dining experience for individuals living in long-term care.

If you are a qualified Cook who takes pride in preparing nutritious meals and supporting the well-being of older adults, we encourage you to apply.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid cook certificate ?

Experience:

- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook (North York)
🏢 Staff Relief Health Care Services
📍 North York