Posted 15 days ago
Cook
@ Shannex
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Overview
Shannex is hiring a permanent full-time Cook for its Parkland Fredericton - Governor Hall team in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The cook plans and prepares meals to established recipes and therapeutic menus, supports special functions, and keeps the kitchen clean and sanitary. The role pays about $19.51-21.24 per hour and includes comprehensive health, dental and RRSP benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and prepare meals to established recipes, menus and therapeutic modifications
- Assist with food preparation for special functions and catering
- Clean and sanitize cooking stations and kitchen equipment daily
- Label excess food and follow waste disposal procedures
- Report recipe shortages and quality issues to the Executive Chef
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or GED
- At least one year of cooking experience
- Food handler's certificate (preferred)
- Clear criminal record check upon hire
- Ability to read and follow detailed recipes
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-24
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Hospitality & tourism |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Restaurant or kitchen |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Transit support, Paid training |
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Shannex
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Leading the Way to Better Living
Full company description
Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted Partnerships, Always Improving Quality and Being Accountable, define what Shannex stands for and create the framework for all that we do. Shannex is more than a place to live or work. We are a community of people and friendships where the focus is on living well in the place our clients call home
- LinkedIn followers
- 18,879
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,853
- Reported office locations
- 621 Starboard Dr, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3M 0N5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Shannex Incorporated
- Specialties
- Care at Home
- Retirement Living
- and Nursing Home
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Care at HomeRetirement Livingand Nursing Home |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 261 |
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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 Permanent Full-Time (FTE 1) Cook to join our Parkland Fredericton - Governor Hall team based in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
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:
- Approximate hourly wage: $19.51-21.24
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life, travel, and other insurances
- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
- 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
- Plans and prepares meals according to established standards, procedures, recipes and menus, including preparing special meals to meet appropriate therapeutic menu modifications according to established guidelines;
- Assists with preparation of food for special functions (e.g. catering, theme dinners) to ensure service meets established standards;
- Reports any recipe shortages, discrepancies or quality issues to the Executive Chef or supervisor in a timely manner;
- Clean and sanitize cooking station daily; maintain the cleanliness of kitchen equipment such as ovens, kettles, mixers, and others in order to maintain safety and sanitation in the kitchen to meet legislative and organizational standards; responsible for the clear and correct labeling of excess food;
- Follows disposal procedures according to established waste management guidelines for organics, paper, plastics, cans/bottles, non-recyclable material, etc;
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- A high-school diploma or a GED;
- Current food handlers’ certificate (preferred);
- At least one year of experience with cooking
- Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire;
- Ability to read & follow detailed recipes/instructions as required and communicate in an efficient manner in a team-oriented setting;
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
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