Cook 1 at The Good Samaritan Society

Status: Open

Cook 1

Location: Edmonton, AB

Closing Date: January 22, 2026

Competition #: WH.26.001

Employment Type: Casual

The Opportunity

Location Good Samaritan Wedman House
10524 19 Avenue, Edmonton, AB
Employment Type Casual
Hours of Work Various
Expected Start Date January 29, 2026
Wages $20.50 to $26.73
Employee Group AUPE

You will prepare, cook, and bake food for residents, staff and visitors while ensuring a high standard of sanitation in preparing and handling food. You will complete duties relating to modified/therapeutic diet and baking preparation by following established work methods in a safe and efficient manner. You will assist in coordinating meal production and quality and quantity control. Participation in the quality assurance program and departmental meetings is required.

Red Seal or Journeyman Cook preferred. Two to three years institutional cooking experience. You are knowledgeable and able to implement quality food standards and quantity controls. Food Safety Certificate or equivalent for Alberta employees. Computer skills an asset. Experience working with the elderly is preferred.

You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English. You are adaptable, organized and able to develop good working relationships. You have a genuine interest in working with the aged and chronically ill.

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.