Cook
Life at Kensington Health
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Job Overview
The Late Cook/Breakfast Cook/Dinner Cook is a responsible, result motivated individual who is committed and passionate about serving our residents in our long-term care facility. They are responsible for provision of highest quality food service to residents and staff, safe food handling practices and proper sanitation procedures in keeping with the Ontario Regulation 243/84 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
Employment type: casual
Schedule: 12pm to 6pm and/or 10:30pm to 6:30pm
Responsibilities
Prepare food items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards while maintaining a high quality and consistent product.
Complete kitchen tasks such as food preparation for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.
Preparing meals for texture modified diets: Minced, Pureed.
Sandwich preparation.
Completing catering orders as needed.
Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines.
Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
Sets up stations with all necessary supplies. Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly.
The hours and schedule for this position will vary by week depending on department needs.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers and management team.
Successfully thrived in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to work a flexible schedule (early mornings, weekends, holidays).
A food handler’s card where required by local and state regulations.
1+ year experience in food service/hospitality (preferred).
Kensington Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from equity seeking groups. Kensington Health is committed to providing reasonable accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
- Department
- The Gardens - Facilities
- Role
- Cook
- Location
- 25 Brunswick Avenue
- Salary
- CAD26.96/hour
- Employment type
- Temporary
- Start Date
- November 24, 2026
About Kensington Health
At Kensington Health, founded in 2002, we do more than deliver care, we build community. As a compassionate not-for-profit leader, we’re dedicated to creating a better life for everyone who walks through our doors. Located near Toronto’s vibrant Kensington Market, we provide inclusive, world-class care, from leading-edge eye surgeries to compassionate end-of-life care. Proudly affiliated with academic institutions including the University of Toronto, we help train the next generation of health professionals. Guided by empathy, curiosity, and integrity, we work toward more equitable health outcomes for our community and beyond.