Sous Chef Full-time Job

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Sous Chef to join our Parkland on Egliton West team based in Etobicoke, Ontario.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan  including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching) 
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Planning and preparing meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus;
• Ordering, receiving, storing and rotating inventory of all required food and supplies;
• Maintaining safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards;
• Communicating regularly with clients to ensure satisfaction with foodservice;
• Supervising and mentoring cooks to ensure performance meets standards;

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A Culinary Arts Diploma and a valid Red Seal Certificate.
• A valid Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Minimum 2 years of both culinary and leadership experience.
• Experience with large quantity food preparation.
• Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.