Cook - Glenburnie, ON

Fairmount Home is recognized as a home of choice thanks to our GentlecareTM philosophy; the

dedication of staff, volunteers, students and community partners; our sustainable practices and our

quest for continuous quality improvement.

Job Posting:

Cook – Permanent Part-time (PT-1) 

Competition #: FMT-19-029

Posting Period:  Open

Wage Rate: $22.97 per hour

Employee Group: Fairmount Home

Position Summary:

The Cook oversees and coordinates the preparation and provision of nutritional meals and snacks for the residents of Fairmount Home according to all appropriate regulations and standards including the Long Term Care Homes Act.  

Education & Experience:

  • Red Seal Certificate or, Chef’s training or equivalent post-secondary certificate/diploma in culinary management or equivalent, as required by the Long Term Care Homes Act
  • Three (3) years of experience in dietary services in an industrial or similar setting

Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • Demonstrated understanding and commitment to  the Gentlecare® philosophy
    • Demonstrated working knowledge of mechanically altered and therapeutic diets
  • Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills with the ability to function within a fast-paced environment, responding with flexibility to changing priorities
  • Demonstrated ability to be a team player who is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients/residents 
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to communicate information to a diverse audience base
  • Demonstrated professional work ethic and behaviours in interaction with internal and external contacts and the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely with ease and confidence in a professional, consistent and positive manner
  • Demonstrated commitment to client-centered service/care
  • Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite of products including Outlook  and the ability to use other software applications applicable to the position (e.g. scheduling, ordering/inventory management)
  • Satisfactory Police Record Check - Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Please note: The PT-1 schedule consists of 1 weekend on, 1 weekend off, 2 weekends on, 1 weekend off, 2 weekends on

Please submit your cover letter and resume in one document outlining your skills and qualifications as they relate to the position, quoting the competition # to: 

 humanresources@frontenaccounty.ca

Fax: (613) 548-8460


For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please see the job description.