Chinook Village has 25+ years of experience offering progressive and lifestyle options for those 50+ years of age. We are one of the largest adult living communities in Southern Alberta with 342 suites offering Independent, Supportive and Assisted Living options.

Our Mission is to provide a village with quality accommodations, programs and services where older adults can thrive.

This posting is for a full-time Cook. This position requires that interested applicants be available to work weekends and holidays. Applicants must have previous commercial experience. The selected applicant should work well with others and enjoy making fresh food daily.

Job Summary

The Cook, under the direction of the Food Services Manager/Kitchen Supervisor, will prepare all food products, specifically, but not limited to: the Chinook Village Dining Room, Serveries, catering events and any other as required and requested by the Food Services Manager/Kitchen Supervisor. This will include various pre-set menu specifications within the given time limitations as previously determined by the Food Services Manager/Kitchen Supervisor. These are completed according to the standards of Chinook Village, as determined by the Food Services Manager/Kitchen Supervisor, and in compliance with all health and safety regulations by ensuring adherence to all sanitary and safe food handling guidelines at all times.





Formal Education/Experience

- High School Diploma Preferred
- Qualified diploma or food services management experience an asset
- Food Safe certificate Required
- Minimum 5 years of cooking experience Preferred

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

- Experience in large quantity food preparation in and/or seniors setting/health care setting.
- Knowledge of Alberta and Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating.
- Knowledge of special and therapeutic diets.
- Operation of commercial kitchen equipment.
- Strong communication, teamwork and concern resolution skills.
- Effective organizational, critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to effectively work independently and within a team.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
- Successful candidate will be required to submit a current, clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check no older than 3 months.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Cook (Medicine Hat)
🏢 Chinook Village
📍 Medicine Hat