Cooks Helper Jobs in Edmonton, AB (NOW HIRING)

JOB TITLE

Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook

JOB CODE

REPORTS TO (Title)

Supervisor/Manager

JOB GRADE

Department

Food Services

RATE TYPE

Location

Shepherd’s Care Senior Home

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook works as part of the Food and Nutrition Services team in a senior living environment, supporting meal preparation, food service, sanitation, and resident dining experiences while following all food safety standards and organizational policies.

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook assists with food preparation, meal assembly, dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, and supporting cooks in daily kitchen operations. The position ensures residents receive nutritious meals in a safe, respectful, and home-like dining environment. The employee performs all duties in accordance with organizational policies, occupational health and safety standards, and provincial regulations.

• Assists with preparation of meals, snacks, beverages, and desserts according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and prepares vegetables, fruits, and ingredients for meal production.
• Portions and serves food attractively while following portion control standards.
• Assists cooks during meal service and catering events.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workstations, dining areas, and storage rooms.
• Operates dishwashing equipment and ensures dishes, utensils, and pots are properly sanitized.
• Labels, dates, stores, and rotates food products using FIFO procedures.
• Receives and stocks food and supply deliveries appropriately.
• Records temperatures and follows HACCP food safety procedures.
• Removes kitchen garbage and recycling and maintains waste disposal areas.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safe work practices.
• Assists residents and customers courteously during meal service.
• Supports special functions, celebrations, and catering services as required.
• Reports maintenance, safety, and supply concerns to management.
• Attends required in-services, meetings, and training sessions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

• Ability to read and write English at Grade 12 level and follow instructions.
• Food Safe Certificate or willingness to obtain during probation period.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to schedule changes.
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
• Covid-19 and annual influenza vaccination records required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare, long-term care, or commercial food service.
• Experience operating kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, steamers, and dishwashers.

About 3 months of supervised training and orientation required to achieve job competence.

DEMANDS

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Standing and walking

X

Moderate lifting

X

Heavy physical effort

X

Intense visual concentration

X

Intense listening concentration

X

Intense mental concentration

X

• Under 5 kg (11 lbs.)
• 05–10 kg (11–22 lbs.) – Frequent
• 10–20 kg (22–45 lbs.) – Occasional

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout shifts.
• Exposure to hot surfaces, steam, refrigeration, and cleaning chemicals.
• Frequent manual dexterity for food preparation and dishwashing tasks.
• Ability to maintain concentration and work efficiently during busy meal periods.

Exposure to heat, steam, kitchen noise, cleaning chemicals, refrigerators, and freezers.

Shift work including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

None.

Prepared By

Operations Manager

05-20-2026

Approved By

General Manager

05-20-2026

JOB TITLE

Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook

JOB CODE

REPORTS TO (Title)

Supervisor/Manager

JOB GRADE

Department

Food Services

RATE TYPE

Location

Shepherd’s Care Senior Home

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook works as part of the Food and Nutrition Services team in a senior living environment, supporting meal preparation, food service, sanitation, and resident dining experiences while following all food safety standards and organizational policies.

The Kitchen Helper / Assistant Cook assists with food preparation, meal assembly, dishwashing, cleaning, stocking supplies, and supporting cooks in daily kitchen operations. The position ensures residents receive nutritious meals in a safe, respectful, and home-like dining environment. The employee performs all duties in accordance with organizational policies, occupational health and safety standards, and provincial regulations.

• Assists with preparation of meals, snacks, beverages, and desserts according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Washes, peels, cuts, and prepares vegetables, fruits, and ingredients for meal production.
• Portions and serves food attractively while following portion control standards.
• Assists cooks during meal service and catering events.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workstations, dining areas, and storage rooms.
• Operates dishwashing equipment and ensures dishes, utensils, and pots are properly sanitized.
• Labels, dates, stores, and rotates food products using FIFO procedures.
• Receives and stocks food and supply deliveries appropriately.
• Records temperatures and follows HACCP food safety procedures.
• Removes kitchen garbage and recycling and maintains waste disposal areas.
• Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and follows safe work practices.
• Assists residents and customers courteously during meal service.
• Supports special functions, celebrations, and catering services as required.
• Reports maintenance, safety, and supply concerns to management.
• Attends required in-services, meetings, and training sessions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management.

• Ability to read and write English at Grade 12 level and follow instructions.
• Food Safe Certificate or willingness to obtain during probation period.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to schedule changes.
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and