Prep_Assistant Cook

Résumé du poste

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing meals that meet residents' dietary needs and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. They are also responsible for safe food handling, proper storage of supplies, and assisting with special event food preparation.

Détails du poste

The Opportunity Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring comfort and joy to others? As a Prep Cook at Chartwell, you’ll play an important role in preparing meals that make our residents feel at home. By supporting the kitchen team with meal preparation, food safety, and cleanliness, you’ll help provide a dining experience that nourishes both body and spirit. What You’ll Do * Help prepare and cook meals that meet residents’ dietary needs * Wash, chop, and prepare ingredients like meats, vegetables, and salads * Keep the kitchen clean and organized, including dishes and work surfaces * Support special event food preparation to highlight Chartwell’s hospitality * Follow safe food handling, health, and safety practices, and store supplies properly * Receive and store food and supplies, while completing daily temperature checks for fridges, freezers, and storerooms What You’ll Bring * 1–2 years of experience in a volume food preparation environment, ideally in retirement, long-term care, or hospitality * High school graduate or equivalent education * Food Safe Level 1 certificate (Level 2 preferred) * Strong organizational skills and ability to work under time constraints * Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and attention to detail * Team player with strong customer service and clear communication skills What We Offer * A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated * Competitive compensation and benefits * Opportunities for leadership development and career growth * A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents Additional Requirements * Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed * Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, lift, push, and carry items during meal preparation and service * Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment * Preparedness to respond to emergency situations in accordance with residence protocols * Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring 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. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [email protected] or call 1-888-663-6448. Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Ce que vous ferez

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing meals that meet residents' dietary needs and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. They are also responsible for safe food handling, proper storage of supplies, and assisting with special event food preparation.

Exigences

Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience in volume food preparation and a high school diploma or equivalent. A Food Safe Level 1 certificate is required, along with the physical ability to perform kitchen tasks and a clear criminal background check.

Avantages

• Competitive compensation • Leadership development • Career growth opportunities

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• Service à la clientèle · Souhaitée
• Salubrité alimentaire · Souhaitée
• Food preparation · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Food preparation
• Food safety
• Kitchen cleanliness
• Meal planning
• Customer service
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Temperature monitoring
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Organizational Skills
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Leadership Development
• Long-Term Care
• Time Management
• Detail Oriented

Domaines d’emploi

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Prep Cook/Assistant Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, All Other