Job Description

Location:

Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residences - Empress Gardens, Princess Gardens, Royal Gardens, Canterbury Gardens

Status:

Part-Time

Shifts:

Various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

About Gardens of Peterborough

If you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults, this is the career opportunity for you. The Gardens of Peterborough are the premier retirement communities in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Our caring and highly skilled staff promotes family and community involvement to enrich the lives of our residents. Join our team and help us provide quality care and superior service in a warm, home-like environment.

Position Summary

As a Cook, you will play a key role in providing residents and visitors with high-quality, nutritionally balanced meals. You will prepare and serve food safely and efficiently, ensuring all dietary needs and preferences are met, while maintaining exemplary standards of customer service, cleanliness, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare meals following approved recipes, ensuring portion control, proper temperature, and appealing food presentation Manage food preparation for special seasonal events and catering as required Review residents' regular and therapeutic diets, dietary restrictions, and food allergies, and communicate this information to staff Maintain accurate records, including menu changes, food orders, delivery receipts, and temperature checks Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to support smooth operations Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment

Qualifications

Valid Safe Food Handlers certificate required; chef training or culinary management diploma preferred Minimum two years of cooking experience in a hotel, restaurant, or institutional setting preferred Familiarity with therapeutic diets and nutritional standards for seniors is an asset Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Availability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Why Join AON?

Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Commitment to resident comfort, safety, and satisfaction Competitive compensation; premiums available for qualified Cooks
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person