Cook (Casual)

Schedule: Full-time | Saturday to Wednesday | 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Bring comfort to the table.

At Larga , we support guests from the Northwest Territories and Nunavut who are in Edmonton for medical care. Our kitchen is the heart of our home-away-from-home — serving fresh, nutritious meals with care, compassion, and cultural respect.

We are looking for a creative, experienced Cook to join our team. If you're passionate about scratch cooking, food quality, and making a difference in people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare three daily meals following the Canadian Food Guide, with attention to dietary needs (e.g., allergies, soft/salt-free/clear fluid diets)
• Cook from scratch and develop menus that are nourishing and appealing
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of kitchen, equipment, and prep areas
• Monitor food storage temperatures and stock levels; track expiry dates and replenish supplies
• Ensure food safety and sanitation regulations are followed at all times
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff, and collaborate with the kitchen team for smooth service
• Assist with inventory control , ordering, and receiving kitchen deliveries
• Wash dishes, remove garbage, and perform scheduled deep cleaning tasks
• Log communication notes, submit accurate time sheets, and participate in staff meetings
• Step in for Kitchen Helper or Dining Attendant tasks when needed
• Respond to guest inquiries with respect and refer them to appropriate staff if needed

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of previous cooking experience in a professional kitchen
• Able to plan and prepare meals from scratch, including for guests with dietary restrictions
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and inventory management
• Self-motivated and organized with excellent time management skills
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Check and annual medical exam
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment

Preferred (but not required):

• Food Safe, WHMIS, CPR/First Aid, Emergency Response, Non-Crisis Intervention certifications
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures/languages
• Interest in pursuing trade certification or mentoring junior staff

What We Offer

• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision after 3 months
• Company RRSP Contributions – We invest in your future after 6 months
• Wellness Credits – Support for your physical and mental well-being
• Discounted Staff Meals – Enjoy hot, home-cooked meals on-site
• Meaningful Work – Serve guests who rely on comfort, respect, and culturally safe care
• Supportive Team Culture – Work with kind, committed people who value teamwork

Our Values

• Authenticity – Be real. Act with integrity.
• Courage – Do what’s right, even when it’s hard.
• Kindness – Act with care and compassion.
• Tradition – Honour our roots and respect Indigenous ways.

Make a difference three times a day.
Apply now to join a kitchen that feeds more than just hunger — we feed comfort and care.