Job Description

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ASSISTANT COOK
Amica Westboro Park
Casual: on call



At Amica we are united in our purpose to provide the best care in Senior Living in a supportive environment. We are setting a new standard for senior living in Canada by combining unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities with expert care and support to deliver a personalized senior living experience. We are committed to enriching the lives of seniors now and as their needs change, and offer Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options. Established in 1996, we own and operate over 30 residences in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, and continue to grow in select markets. Find out how you can become part of a team where you belong and make a real impact every day.


A day in the life of an Assistant Cook:


You are committed to service excellence and pride yourself in exceeding dining expectations by contributing to a culinary experience of the highest quality, consistency and creativity. Under the direction of the Sous Chef and Cook, you will be responsible for assisting with daily meal preparation from pre-determined menus, ensuring food quality and presentation meet fine dining standards and contributes to the smooth operation of the kitchen.


How do I qualify?


You must have:

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  Food Handling Certificate

What we are looking for:

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  Two to three years of progressive experience in a variety of dining environments
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  Previous Hotel experience in a fine dining property
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  Some formal culinary school training
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  Eligible or currently registered in a cooks apprenticeship program
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  Flexibility to work a variety of shifts

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate. We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.


Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.


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