Job Description Key Responsibilities: • To prepare and/or be responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents, guests and employees; • To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively; • To ensure use of proper food handling techniques; • To complete daily temperature audits for fridge, freezers and storerooms and record findings on daily audit form; • To prepare and serve foods for therapeutic /speciality diets according to planned menus; • To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place; • To adhere to time schedules for service of meals and nourishments; • To follow daily production charts, standardized recipes and daily composite menus, while working within a set budget; • To comply with all provincial/municipal regulations and established dietary department policies and procedures; • To participate actively in planning/preparing special occasion and theme meal days; • To attend department and facility staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions; • To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it; • To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; • To follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures; • To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); • To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; • To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Must possess a Food Handler's Certificate • Red Seal Certificate preferred • Must have experience in large quantity food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or retirement setting • Must be knowledgeable of the Provincial Food Premises Regulation and Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating • Must have knowledge of and experience with special and therapeutic diets • Must be physically able to lift and transfer heavy, hot items and stand for majority of shift • Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset • Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: • 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 through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada Time Type Part time Compensation Details $26.03 - $27.70 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 an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [email protected]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.

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