Cook - Long Term Care

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives Better for our residents, their families, and our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, caring, and passionate people who are inspired to make a difference in their own lives and are dedicated to delivering an experience that is personalized, memorable and feels like home for more than 30,000 residents across the country.

As a Cook at Chartwell you will be responsible to prepare high quality meals to meet the nutritional needs of the residents and guests, while consistently maintaining the relevant health, hygiene, and safety standards. As an employee of Chartwell you can enjoy growing your career and be a part of a dedicated team that positively impacts the lives of the residents.

What You Will Do:

• Assist with ordering food from approved vendors and maintain inventory.
• Operate, sanitize, and maintain food preparation equipment and work areas.
• Assist in the menu planning, follow recipes and provide input on resident satisfaction and feedback to the department manager.
• Strive to exceed residents’ expectations with all aspects of food preparation and presentation as listed on the weekly menu including therapeutic diets, menu alternatives and special events.
• Maintain appropriate food temperature and monitor risk, quality, quantity and portion sizes.

What You Will Need:

• Experience in a volume food preparation environment and special diets in the health care or hospitality industry.
• Current Food Handlers Safety Awareness Certificate.
• Certificate in the trade as Cook or a diploma or certificate in Chef Training, Culinary Management or Institutional Cook from a recognized Apprenticeship Program or College.

To apply please email your CV/resume to [email protected]

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hire people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work.

Chartwell Retirement Residences is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [email protected] or call 1-888-663-6448.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.