Cook's Helper - AgeCare Mount Ida Mews
AgeCare · Salmon Arm · CA$25.82/hr (stated in the posting)
About Us
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Opportunity:
The Cook's Helper is responsible for performing a variety of preparation duties in a traditional institutional kitchen in accordance with production schedules and standardized recipes in accordance with accepted safety and food handling policies and procedures with an overall focus towards implementing quality and quantity food standards and controls as established for the Department.
What Is In It For You:
- Assists Cook in preparing food items in a timely fashion following production time schedules, prescribed recipes, portions, procedures, and guidelines.
- Assists in meal service as required relating to beverage and meal service, plating of food, clearing, and cleaning of dining rooms etc.
- Assists in regular and modified foods as directed to meet resident diet modifications and recipe compliance.
- Maintains and sanitizes work area and all related equipment. Follow cleaning schedule.
- Follows proper food handling procedures including maintaining food in a temperature safety zone.
- Maintains established AgeCare policies, procedures, and objectives for quality assurance and safety.
What You Will Need:
- High School Graduate or equivalent is preferred.
- Certification in a nationally recognized food service safety program.
- Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
- Food Safe Certification Level 1.
- 2 years of experience as a Cook/Assistant in a Healthcare environment
- Experience working with Juice dispenser, Dish Machine, Steam tables, Chemical Dispenser, Knives, Ovens, Mixer, and other kitchen equipment.
Internal closing Date: October 28, 2026
Hours of work: 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm (4 on, 4 off, 2 on, 4 off, etc.)
Approximate Start date: November 1, 2026
Status of position: Regular Part time
Line Number: MIM CkHlp4 0.36
Members of equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply.
Union membership is a condition of employment.
In an effort to further protect our vulnerable residents as well as other employees and volunteers, AgeCare requires all new employees to produce a clear Vulnerable Record Search prior to starting work.
Work Location: AgeCare Mount Ida Mews
Address: 100 5th Avenue Southeast Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4H4
FTE: 0.36
Employment Type: Regular Part Time
Wage Levelling Salary: $25.82 per hour
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