Cook II Certified (2026-1027)

Position Details
Position Status: Regular Part Time Location: Royal Park, Food Services BW Hours: 63.33 FTE: 0.82 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0730-1800 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: 23.66 - 28.56 PCN: 31RPKCK201
 
Date Competition Closes: October 01, 2026
 
The Opportunity
 
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, Food Services this position is responsible for providing excellent customer service to clients, families, visitors and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include maintaining a safe, sanitary and esthetically pleasing dining experience for all Carewest customers. Other duties include a variety of cooking and rethermalization preparation and production activities requiring judgment and independence in accordance of client diet plans and Carewest standards, this includes quantity and quality control techniques.
 
In keeping with Carewest’s Frame of Reference, Philosophy of Care and Quality Dining statement this position maintains professional, ethical and safe standards at all times while providing kind and compassionate customer service. The demonstration of leadership, to work independently, to prioritize and communicate effectively is critical for success in this position. Responsible for other related duties as required.
 
Qualifications & Experience:
- Diploma in Cooking or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Graduate of a Food Safe Course is required.
- Red Seal certification is required.
- Minimum 4 years of cooking experience is required;
- Experience with a cook chill/freeze system is an asset.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication skills and a professional demeanor are required.
- This position requires the ability to recommend solutions, take initiative and problem solve.
- High attention to detail and the ability to work under independently is required.

About Carewest:
We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources, and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, ATIA, POPA, and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.