Culinary Specialist - Full Time Chance
Requisition Number : CULIN001065

Posted : October 30, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Locations
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Winchester, ON K0C2K0, CAN

Description
Position Summary
The Culinary Specialist is responsible for all aspects of meal production within Dundas Manor’s Cook-Chill Production Program, including food preparation, batch cooking, chilling, portioning, packaging, quality control, and food safety compliance. The role plays a key part in delivering safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals that meet the unique needs of residents while supporting organizational goals for operational efficiency, consistency, and quality.

Working within a standardized cook-chill system, the Culinary Specialist prepares large-volume menu items according to established recipes, production schedules, and quality standards. The position requires a strong understanding of food production techniques, food safety principles, therapeutic and texture-modified diets, and regulatory requirements specific to long-term care.

The Culinary Specialist contributes to a resident-focused dining experience by ensuring meals maintain their nutritional value, appearance, texture, flavour, and overall quality throughout the cook-chill process. This role also supports continuous quality improvement initiatives, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and assists in the ongoing development of production systems and best practices.

Primary Responsibilities
The Culinary Specialist prepares and produces meals in large-volume batches using standardized recipes and approved production methods. They execute cook-chill procedures including cooking, rapid cooling, chilling, packaging, storage,



and regeneration preparation while maintaining strict compliance with HACCP principles and food safety regulations.

The incumbent ensures consistency in food quality, texture, flavour, appearance, and portion control while meeting production timelines and operational requirements. Particular attention is given to texture-modified and therapeutic diets, ensuring products meet IDDSI standards and maintain nutritional integrity, safety, and visual appeal.

The Culinary Specialist accurately completes production records, temperature monitoring logs, sanitation documentation, and quality-control records. They participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities while assisting in maintaining compliance with Ministry of Long-Term Care requirements, public health regulations, and organizational policies.

The role contributes to operational excellence by maintaining organized workspaces, identifying process improvements, supporting recipe standardization, and addressing quality concerns proactively. The Culinary Specialist also works collaboratively with dietary services, nursing, clinical teams, and colleagues to support a positive workplace culture and exceptional resident dining experiences.

Qualifications

Cook, Chef, Culinary Management, Red Seal, or equivalent culinary diploma/certification

Experience in health care, long-term care, institutional food service,



or large-volume food production preferred

Experience working within a cook-chill production environment considered a strong asset

Knowledge of texture-modified food production and IDDSI standards preferred

Understanding of food safety legislation, HACCP principles, Ministry requirements, and public health regulations

Demonstrated commitment to resident-centered service and continuous quality improvement

Skills and Competencies

Strong culinary knowledge and food production abilities

Experience preparing food in large-volume batch production systems

Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills

Strong attention to detail and commitment to product consistency

Ability to accurately follow recipes, procedures, and production schedules

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability

Professionalism, accountability, and commitment to quality service

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and work for extended periods

Ability to lift, push, pull, and transport food products, carts, and equipment

Ability to work in hot, cold, and fast-paced production environments

Ability to perform repetitive food production tasks while maintaining accuracy and consistency

Hours of Work
Monday to Friday Day Shift

Preferred
Detail Oriented
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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📌 Culinary Specialist - Full Time Opportunity (Ontario)
🏢 Dundas Manor
📍 Ontario