COOK – Extendicare
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team, you will assume ultimate responsibility for providing high quality food, nutrition and customer service to residents in a clean and safe environment If you’re passionate about a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us!
This position is for our Brierwood GardensHome, located in Brantford, Ontario
What you’ll be doing
Reviews regular and therapeutic menus and sets up equipment and supplies for food preparation.
Prepares food and nourishmentsin accordance with prescribed diets
Maintains all required records and monitors quality and quantity of food.
Directs Dietary Aides in basic food preparation procedures and in serving activities at mealtimes
Assumes responsibility for routine departmental operations in the absence of the Dietary Manager
What you bring
Chef training or culinary management certificate or diploma from a program that meets the requirements of the OLTCH Act, or
Certificate of qualification as a Cook issued by an authority meeting the requirements of the OLTCH Act, or
Post-secondary diploma in food and nutrition management or a post-secondary degree in food and nutrition
“Red Seal” certification preferred
Current Food Handler`s Certificate
Must provide a complete and current (within three months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
What you’ll get
Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
Employee Family Assistance Program
Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.
Time Type
Part time
$24.47 - $27.13
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.
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.
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.
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 committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
ParaMed has been providing home care and wellness solutions across Canada since 1974 and is a nationally accredited provider with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada.
We ensure our care providers access to ongoing opportunities to hone their skills and upgrade their credentials, are supported with regular management and supervisory resources and regularly coached on best practices.
ParaMed is a place to grow. Our commitment to our team members and the work they do means that you can expect exceptional care providers who are well trained, supported, and engaged.
When you choose ParaMed, you access our qualified personnel and gain from our more than 50 years of proven experience providing clinical, therapeutic and home support services and a 10,000 member strong workforce.
