Posting Period: November 3, 2026 - November 9, 2026
To prepare food for service to Residents, staff and visitors in the cafeteria, and for catering functions following the established menu and standardized recipes and to perform dishwashing duties in keeping with appropriate standards and guidelines for the department and in accordance with the Ministry of Health LTC standards, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Public Health Act.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Cook’s diploma course from an established college as listed in the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or a registered private college in Ontario
Successful completion of an Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program is an asset
Previous LTC experience
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English
Role Responsibilities
Prepares hot and cold food items for Residents, Staff Cafeteria, MOW, Hildegard and Catering
Use the menu rotation and production sheets with standardized recipes
Ensures proper rotation of all food items in storage
Uses safe food handling procedures
Indicates correct portion sizes of food
Set up steam tables with food before MOW meal service
Reports safety hazards and equipment problems immediately to supervisor and/or manager
Participates in staff and production meetings and in-services
Why Work at Providence Manor:
A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans
Committed to a person and family-centred approach
Competitive salaries with percentage pay in lieu of benefits & vacation
Group Retirement Pension Plan
Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for recent hires
Focus of Healthy Workplaceand Culture of Quality
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
Located in downtown Kingston
Disclosure:
We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.