2nd Cook - Gallery Lounge & Patio

Alma Mater Society (AMS) of UBC Vancouver; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group’s Gallery Patio & Lounge seeks a dedicated 2nd Cook to join our in-person kitchen team. You will report to the Sous Chef/Chef de partie and contribute to station-specific cooking while upholding high food-safety standards.

We require at least 2 years of cooking experience in a fast-paced environment, a culinary diploma or equivalent, and a valid Food Safe Level 1 certification. Shifts include daytime and evenings, with the ability to stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of cooking experience in fast-paced environment.
• Culinary diploma, apprenticeship or equivalent restaurant/cooking experience is an asset.
• Minimum Food Safe level 1 certification or higher is required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Reviews prep lists and ensures correct BEO for preparation.
• Manage a station in the kitchen.
• Monitor shelf life by checking fridges, labels, dates, and rotating products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning hoods and equipment, removing trash.
• Wash dishes, glassware and other kitchen equipment as needed.
• Adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques.
• Operate kitchen equipment (burners, fryers, grill); handle knives of different sizes.
• Food preparation like chopping vegetables, prepping proteins, measuring ingredients, and portioning food per recipe specifications.
• Cook various dishes like burgers, pastas, salads or other specialties assigned to station.
• Collaborate with other cooks to ensure smooth service during peak times.
• Familiarity with common ingredients, cooking methods, and flavor profiles.
• Proficiency in knife skills, proper use of kitchen equipment, and basic cooking techniques.
• Perform any other task as directed by senior cooks, chefs and manager.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Knife Skills

Teamwork

English Communication

Education

Culinary Diploma/Apprenticeship

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Position title: 2nd Cook

Department: Gallery Patio & Lounge

Reports to: Sous Chef/Chef de partie

Employee status: Full time, Permanent

Hours per week: Varies based on business needs

Compensation: $21.85 per hour

This position is included under the MoveUP 378 Bargaining Unit. This position is in-person.

The Alma Mater Society (AMS), established as a formal constitution of UBC's student organization in 1915, is UBC's official student union and is the largest student union in Canada. Operating as an independent organization of UBC, the AMS advocates students' interests and provides opportunities for their growth and advancement. The AMS represents over 56,000 undergraduate and graduate students and its priorities are determined by these members. In addition to offering services to students, the AMS is an advocate of students' issues and ensures the needs of students are presented to the University administration and the provincial and federal governments. The AMS Nest is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded land of the Musqueam people. Every student at UBC is part of the AMS and the AMS is the manifestation of a shared student experience. From providing advocacy, to student services that support health and education, to reducing student debt, the AMS fights for student interest to the University and all levels of government so that all students can succeed in life and take ownership over their time at the University of British Columbia. The AMS is student-led, student-focused, and always student-first. At the AMS, we believe that a diverse workforce enriches our organization, and we value individual life experiences, knowledge and self-expression that different people bring. We actively seek to create an environment where all employees, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristics, feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. We warmly welcome and encourage individuals from any underrepresented group to apply for this position. We are dedicated to maintaining fair and inclusive practices in our hiring, promotion, and professional development processes to create the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Position Purpose

2nd Cook job description typically entailspreparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to established recipes, under the supervision of senior cooks, focusing on cooking in one of the station and basic tasks like chopping ingredients, portioning, and cooking specific menu items while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards in a designated kitchen station. This position is for seasoned cook with at least 2 year’s experience.

• Duties and Responsibilities

  • Reviews prep lists, and BEO to completes the preparation.
  • Manage a station in the kitchen.
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of shelf life by checking fridges, labels, dates and rotating product.
  • Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen by sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning hoods, equipment's etc. and removing trash
  • Wash dishes, glassware and other kitchen equipment as needed
  • Must be able to adapt to changes in new menu items and cooking techniques
  • Operates kitchen equipment (i.e., burners, fryers, Grill, etc.); handles knives of different sizes
  • Food preparation like Chopping vegetables, prepping proteins, measuring ingredients, and portioning food according to recipe specifications.
  • Cooking various dishes like Burger, pastas, salads or other specialties assigned to their station.
  • Collaborating with other cooks to ensure smooth service, especially during peak times.
  • Familiarity with common ingredients, cooking methods (e.g., roasting, steaming), and flavor profiles.
  • Proficiency in knife skills, proper use of kitchen equipment, and basic cooking techniques.
  • Perform any other task as directed by senior cooks, chefs and manager

  Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of cooking experience in fast paced environment.
  • Culinary diploma, apprenticeship or equivalent restaurant/cooking experience is an asset
  • Minimum Food Safe level 1 certification or higher is required
  • Taking direction and work well in a team is required
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, multitasking environment with little supervision
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kgs, Bend, Turn, kneel etc. required
  • Ability to do shift work (daytime, evenings), on call
  • Good oral and written English communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Good time management skill
  • Requires the ability to work in varied kitchen temperatures, up to and including very warm cooking environments
  • Able to stand up to 100% of the shift

Application deadline: 11:59pm October 22, 2026