Job Description

Reporting to the Nutrition Manager, the cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of all foods for residents.  The dietary aide assists with food preparation and serving of meals.  All staff clean eating, cooking, storage, and serving areas, as well as equipment.  Follows established policies, procedures and standards.

COOK RESPONSIBLITIES

• Prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents
• Review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively;
• Ensure use of proper food handling techniques;
• Complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form;
• Prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /specialty diets according to planned menus;
• Make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place;
• Adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments;
• Follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget;
• Comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures;
• Participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days;
• Attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary
  training sessions;
• Be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job
  procedures;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

DIETARY AIDE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.  Observe time limits for meal serving.  Maintain foods at proper serving temperature.
• Assist cooks to clean and prepare such uncooked food as salads, vegetables and fruits.  Follow basic instructions in preparing such simple foods as breakfast items, basic desserts and garnishes.
• Clear plates and trays, loads and operates dishwasher.  Clean pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure.
• Participate in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
• Adhere to established departmental policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment, and infection control.
• Assemble nourishment carts.  Stocks unit kitchenettes.
• Participate in facility meetings as assigned.  Attend in-service education programs.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a Food Handler’s Certificate
• Red Seal Certificate preferred
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC Home 0-1 year(s)
• Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in healthcare or retirement setting
• Must have knowledge of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation
• Must have knowledge and experience with special and therapeutic diets
• Ability to read and write English as well as to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures
• Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting
• Successful candidate must be available to work days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one

Time Type

Compensation Details

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.​

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We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

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Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.​

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.​

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [email protected].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.