Assistant Cook (24) MD-AC02 (Meadows of Dorchester - Niagara Falls, ON) at Niagara Region — NeverHard

Job OpeningCUPE 1263Job Title Assistant Cook (24) MD-AC02 (Meadows of Dorchester - Niagara Falls, ON) Job Opening Id 45725 # RequiredBusiness Unit Community Services Division Long Term Care Homes Worksite : The Meadows of Dorchester Standard Hours 24.00 / week Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary : Temporary Salary GradeSalary Range $ 27.79 - $ 28.30 Post Date 2026-07-14 Close Date 2026-07-20 - Location Location: Niagara Falls, ON Temporary Duration Approximate Duration: Unknown Division Long Term Care Homes JOB SUMMARY Assists the Cook to provide resident-focused food service in the Long Term Care Home, Prepares, cooks and portions meals and snacks in compliance with therapeutic diet needs and restrictions. With the aid of recipes and menus, performs general and specialized cooking at the Long Term Care Home, maintaining high standards of quality production that meets the nutritional needs of the residents under the direction of the Food Services Supervisor and/or Nutrition Manager. Relieves and assumes the duties of the Cook as required. Works according to and maintains all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, plus an Assistant Cook (415B), Cook (415A), Institutional Cook (415D) certification program, Chef Training, Culinary Management, Food & Nutrition Management diploma, degree or certificate, or, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience as permitted by the applicable legislation/Act; If currently enrolled in an accepted program, completion within the timeframe prescribed by legislation/Act. For Cooks, Red Seal certification is an asset but not required A current Safe Food Handling Certificate as required by legislation/Act Additional related training or education such as gerontology, nutrition, sanitation, etc. are assets KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE Minimum of 1 month of current direct institutional cooking experience Knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, food storage, and safekeeping Ability to read menus and apply mathematical fractions and decimals to adjust recipes and cooking times Safety and fire regulation awareness Should have knowledge of safety and fire regulation awareness Must have a clear understanding of relevant policies, procedures, legislation, regulations and best practices applicable to the long-term care and food service sectors, including Canada's Food Guide To Healthy Eating, Ontario Food Premises Regulation, Food Safety Code of Practise, etc. Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English Knowledge of resident/client safety issues and demonstrated capacity to apply resident/client safety practices. SKILLS Ability to work co-operatively with staff and residents High standards of cleanliness, quality and order Well organized and have acceptable pace to meet time schedules Strong attention to detail Must be able to exercise judgement and initiative Willingness to train and upgrade knowledge/skills SPECIAL CONDITIONS In accordance with the Corporate Policy and applicable Legislation/Regulation(s), the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Record Check and submit a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, as well as complete any subsequent declaration or check as required by legislation/Act, regulation, and/or policy Compliance with any requirements, including immunization and screening measures, of the infection prevention and control program as required by applicable legislation; some measures may be recommendations (not requirements) Staff are required to be screened for Tuberculosis in accordance with the Act Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the job Must have a good attendance record Must be able to work shift work, including weekends Shift Information Currently scheduled 24 hours Days shifts, may be required to work days, evenings and nights including weekends. Part-time employees with standard hours of less than twenty-four (24) hours per week will be scheduled considering their preference outlined in the scheduling software (MyTime) when the schedules are being prepared in accordance with Article 19.02 (a). The employer will endeavour to ensure that part-time staff are provided with alternate weekends free from work unless they have expressed open availability in the scheduling software (MyTime). Any open shift that is not filled after considering preferences outlined above, the employer will schedule part-time staff who have not reached their part-time commitment of 24 hours starting with the most senior qualified to perform the work until all shifts are filled. Build your career at Niagara Region At Niagara Region, you can build a meaningful career while helping shape a strong, prosperous and inclusive community. Serving a diverse urban and rural population across 12 local municipalities, we deliver high-quality programs and services that make a difference in people’s lives every day. As an employer of choice, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, wellness supports, learning and development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible. If you are looking for rewarding work, a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to contribute to one of Ontario’s most unique and vibrant regions, we invite you to join us at Niagara Region. WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM At Niagara Region, we believe in a culture that recognizes and rewards employees who consistently demonstrate character, competence, and high-performing characteristics. Work/life balance is important to us at the Niagara Region, all employees are assigned to one primary long-term care location but with the opportunity to work in any of our other long-term care facilities which include locations in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the Lake, Grimsby, and Niagara Falls. If you are passionate about making a difference through providing exceptional health and personal care and believe, as we do at the Niagara Region, that our long-term care homes should feel like any home should – warm, welcoming, safe, comfortable and affording our residents the ability to uphold their dignity, enjoyment of life, and quality of life, this position is for you. To recognize, reward, and support our employees, we offer: Competitive wages and salaries Competitive benefits packages – including benefits for part-time employees! Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Access to group home and auto insurance Flexible work arrangements Corporate Wellness Centre Wellness funds Discounted fitness memberships Employee and Family Assistance Program services Educational funding and subsidies to support current and/or future career opportunities A robust mentorship program with longer-term and shorter-term experiences Employee Recognition Program and peer-to-peer recognition programs Closing Statement Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY! Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application. We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy. If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows: Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215 Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511 In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department