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Job Title


Casual Cook


Company : Avens - A community for Seniors


Location : Yellowknife, Yellowknife


Created : 2026-01-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

AVENS currently has an opening for a skilled culinary professional in our brand new, state of the art kitchen Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the Cook is responsible for preparing healthy and nutritious meals for AVENS'' 57 residents, with an eye for special diets and institutional cooking. Education and Experience Requirements A completed culinary program At least two (2) years of experience in commercial or institutional cooking Experience working with the elderly is an asset Current and valid Food Safe Certification and WHMIS 2015 is an asset Successful applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector criminal record check. Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. For more information on necessary qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential job functions of this position, and current Job Description email Pay and Benefits SALARY: $27.82/hour PENSION PLAN: casual position, not eligible GROUP BENEFITS: casual position, not eligible VACATION: Collective Agreement governs how term vacation leave is allotted and administered SICK LEAVE: casual position, not eligible OTHER BENEFITS: Subsidized meal plan, and the gratifying feeling of knowing you are making a positive difference in the lives of seniors.