In accordance with the Hospice plans and policies, the Cook will oversee our daily Alison Road kitchen activities in a safe and hygienic manner. This position will be responsible for planning and preparing meals for residents, families, employees, and guests; assisting with menu planning; food inventory (ordering, receiving, and costing); and safe food handling. This position will also be required to give guidance and instructions to the Kitchen Assistant for food preparation, food service, and our Birches Dining room maintenance. The Cook will need to have open communication and direct contact with our Care Team to ensure the residents’ needs are met on an ongoing basis, as well as assist with food and serving preparations for special functions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Prepare meals for Hospice residents, staff, and their families according to recipes, as well as maintain the meal preparation schedule on a daily and weekly basis.
- Prepare and serve hot and cold food in a safe and timely manner, with a clear understanding of how to accommodate dietary restrictions and special requests for our residents.
- Operate ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment and worktables.
- Provide the Food Service Worker with information about the food cooked and service portions, as well as teaching and guiding them for meal preparation as needed.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and all departments to ensure smooth running operations.
- Keep daily documentation of cooler and freezer temperatures.
- Maintain adequate inventory of food and cooking supplies.
- Assist with menu planning and developing new recipes.
- Assist with the implementation of our in-house volunteer baking program.
- Assist with other programming involving volunteers through food and beverage preparation as required.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Completion of a recognized cooking program.
- Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a Food Safety Course.
- Have at least five (5) years of related commercial cooking experience.
- Completion of required health and safety courses such as OH&S and/or WHIMIS would be considered an asset.
- Excellent organizational and workplace management skills.
- Have a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to react quickly and safely to urgent situations, as well as have adaptability skills to changing schedules and service needs.
- Ability to carry out tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Flexibility to work various shifts if required outside of normal working hours.
- Valid driver’s license is considered an asset.
Other Skills & Abilities
- A strong sense of dedication to the mission, values, and goals of Lionel Kelland Hospice.
- Able to work in an environment with residents living with and dying from advanced illness.
- Tact and discretion in dealing with and handling confidential information.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Positive attitude and a willingness to “go the extra mile” when delivering quality service and building positive community relations.
Hours of Work
8-to-10-hour shifts, including alternate weekends; biweekly between 63 – 70 hours.
Hourly Rate Range
$24.00 – $25.50 per hour, commensurate with experience and education.
How to Apply
Please email a detailed cover letter and resume to: humanresources@lionelkellandhospice.ca by Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 4 pm NST.