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First Cook (Full-time) - Riverbend

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Edmonton, AlbertaApply Now

About Us:

Lifestyle Options Retirement Communities provides affordable, supportive senior living with a focus on personalized care and healthy aging. Our purpose-built spaces and quality living experiences create an inclusive environment where residents and staff thrive together. Guided by our core values of care, trust, and respect, we ensure every resident can age with dignity and joy. More than a Home, it's a Lifestyle.

The Opportunity:

We're looking for a

First Cook

to join our Riverbend team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will prepare high-quality meals efficiently and safely in a fast-paced kitchen, collaborate with team members, and supervise staff under the direction of the Head Chef.

What you'll do:

Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef and supervise kitchen staff. Prepare meals according to menu guidelines and assist with special events like banquets and brunches. Maintain food inventory and order supplies when needed. Ensure kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food storage meet regulatory standards. Support the Head Chef with scheduling and menu planning. Promote and maintain a safe, health-conscious work environment.

Qualifications

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Formal training in a culinary program or equivalent experience and knowledge. Five (5) years of experience as a cook. Two (2) years of experience in a leadership position. Two (2) years of experience in food cost management, labor management, planning and execution of food services and special events. Experience cooking for seniors as an asset. Knowledge of safety, sanitation, WHMIS, Food Safety Course.

Benefits You'll Enjoy:

Comprehensive benefits package and a flexible health spending account. Company-matched RRSP program. Personal time off (PTO) days. Clear pathways for advancement and professional development.
We'd love to work with you--join the Lifestyle Options team today.