About Salem Manor Nursing Home

Salem Manor Nursing Home is committed to providing compassionate, resident-centered care in a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. Our team values dignity, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and respect in everything we do.

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Cook to join our Food Services team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing nutritious meals, working in a collaborative environment, and making a positive difference in the daily lives of seniors.

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals in accordance with approved menus, standardized recipes, and resident dietary requirements.

Working as part of the Food Services team, the Cook ensures meals are prepared safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen. This position also provides guidance and support to Food Services team members and assists with daily kitchen operations in the absence of the Support Services Supervisor.

Schedule & Position Details

Employment Status: Part-Time, 0.4 FTE

Shift Hours: 9:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Rotating Two-Week Schedule:

Week 1. Sunday and Monday

Week 2. Tuesday and Saturday

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook meals, baked goods, and menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and therapeutic diet requirements.
- Ensure meals meet established quality, presentation, temperature, and portion control standards.
- Prepare ingredients and food items while maintaining consistency and food quality.
- Follow proper food handling, preparation, storage, labeling, rotation, and sanitation procedures.
- Maintain appropriate food temperatures during preparation, holding, service, cooling, and storage.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, food preparation surfaces, and work areas.
- Receive and properly store food and supply deliveries.
- Monitor inventory levels, minimize food waste, and use supplies and resources responsibly.




- Provide guidance and support to Food Services Aides as required.
- Assist with coordinating daily kitchen operations in the absence of the Support Services Supervisor.
- Communicate and work collaboratively with residents, families, employees, and members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Report equipment concerns, supply shortages, workplace hazards, and operational issues promptly.
- Follow Food Safe principles, Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety requirements, and Salem Manor policies.
- Participate in mandatory education, orientation, and ongoing professional development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

- High School Diploma preferred.
- Commercial cooking experience preferred.
- Previous experience in long-term care, health care, or an institutional kitchen is considered an asset.
- Food Safe Certification or willingness to successfully complete the required Food Safe course.
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food preparation, sanitation, and food safety practices.
- Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Professional, dependable, adaptable, and committed to resident-centered service.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, squat, lift, push, and pull throughout the shift.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.




- Ability to perform assigned duties using secure work practices and proper body mechanics.
- Ability to respond appropriately to changing priorities and operational needs.

The successful candidate must be available to work the established rotating schedule, including the scheduled weekends.

Why Join Salem Manor?

- Be part of a supportive and collaborative long-term care team.
- Help provide nutritious meals and a positive dining experience for seniors.
- Enjoy a consistent rotating two-week schedule.
- Work in a resident-focused environment where your contributions make a difference.
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.

Apply Today

If you are passionate about preparing quality meals and enjoy working in a team environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume highlighting your commercial cooking experience, food service qualifications, and relevant certifications.

Salem Manor Nursing Home is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $18.66-$24.68 per hour

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Leduc, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- If successful, are you willing to be cross-trained and work in Housekeeping, Laundry, and Food Services? (Answer Required)
- Are you able to perform the physical requirements of all three positions, including frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 30 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally? (Answer Required)
- Shift Hours: 9:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Rotating Two-Week Schedule:
Week 1. Sunday and Monday
Week 2. Tuesday and Saturday. Does this schedule work for you? (Answer Required)

Work Location: In person

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