C134 - Cook - (Part Time)

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Society in Chilliwack, BC, seeks a part-time Cook to prepare meals, follow recipes, and work in a fast-paced kitchen. Duties include ingredient prep, adhering to the menu, and following health and safety procedures.

The role may involve cooking, cleaning, assisting other staff, and delivering food; occasional work at sister sites or the Phoenix food truck may be required. The position requires a high school diploma, Food Safe Level 1, health and safety screenings, and 1–3 years of

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent is required.
• RedSeal certification is required.
• 1–3 years of experience in preparing, cooking and delivering meals.
• Satisfactory completion of criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening.
• Satisfactory completion of Tuberculosis Screening form.
• Satisfactory completion of Employee Immunization Record form.
• First aid certification with CPR is required.
• Food Safe Level 1 is required.

Responsibilities

• Setup, clean and organize work stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare ingredients for the day; wash, chop and season meat, vegetables, etc.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to nutritional standards with other kitchen staff.
• Handle multiple food orders at one time.
• Deliver menu items to clients as required.
• Store and dispose of any food properly.
• Ensure sufficient stock and inventory of food, supplies and equipment.
• Sanitize and clean work stations and kitchen supplies.
• Comply with health and safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure that food is distributed in high quality and in a timely fashion.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Meal prep

Time management

English communication

Food safety

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

RedSeal certification

Job description

Title:Cook - (Part Time)

Number of Positions:1

Competition Number:C134

Location:Chilliwack, BC

Position Status:Part Time, Permanent

Shift Timings & Days:(Saturday - Sunday) 10:30 am- 06:30pm

Reports to:ProgramManager

Compensation:(Grid 9)$27.17 - $28.97

Job Summary

The Cook at Phoenix Society is responsible for preparingmeals and following established recipes. Key duties include preparingingredients, adhering to the menu, and following food health and safetyprocedures. The position is required to cook, clean, assist other kitchenstaff, and deliver food in a fast-paced environment. The Cook ensures that menuitems are of high quality and distributed in a timely fashion. Also from timeto time able to work for sister sites and phoenix food truck as needed.

Responsibilities

• Setup, clean and organize work stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepareingredients for the day; wash, chop and season meat, vegetables, etc.
• Prepareand cook menu items according to nutritional standards with other kitchen staff
• Handlemultiple food orders at one time
• Delivermenu items to clients as required
• Storeand dispose of any food properly
• Ensuresufficient stock and inventory of food, supplies and equipment
• Sanitizeand clean work stations and kitchen supplies
• Complywith health and safety and sanitation standards
• Ensurethat food is distributed in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Performother duties as required

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• RedSeal certification is required
• 1to 3 years of experience in preparing, cooking and delivering meals
• Satisfactory completionof a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is required
• Satisfactory completionof Tuberculosis Screening form is required
• Satisfactory completionof Employee Immunization Record form is required
• First aid certificationwith CPR is required
• FoodSafe Level 1 is required

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellentknowledge of daily meal preparation
• Strongorganizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail
• Stronginterpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in writing andverbally in English
• Abilityto follow all food health and safety regulations
• Demonstrated commitment to thesocial sector with a passion for the organization’s mission is essential

Competencies

Approachto Work

• Demonstratesinitiative, flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness
• Activelyseeks and incorporates feedback to inform continuous self-improvement
• Setsgoals, creates and implements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluatesresults
• Adeptlymanages competing tasks and uses time efficiently and effectively

JobKnowledge & Quality of Work

• High-degree of relevant and current job knowledgeand skill
• Consistently produces accurate, thorough,high-quality work in a timely manner
• Builds and promotes a culture of health and safetyin the workplace
• Implements and enforces best practices in healthand safety within the workplace

Judgement& Decision-Making

• Models independent thinking and creativity
• Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills
• Makes clear, consistent, transparent and timelydecisions after contemplating various available courses of action
• Exercises sound judgment in the best interests ofthe organization

Communication& Interpersonal Skills

• Expresses themselves clearly and professionallyboth verbally and in writing
• Displays high emotional intelligence; uses tact anddiplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential situations
• Has a manner, style and presence that makes apositive impression
• Listens to and considers others’ views

PersonalLeadership

• Models the organization’s core values of socialjustice, teamwork, social innovation, and strength-based practices
• Fosters enthusiasm, energy and commitment
• Takes responsibility for personal actions,performance and health
• Is reliable and accountable; shows up on time readyto work

Teamwork& Collaboration

• Effectively works with their colleagues to ensureorganizational success
• Champions positive working relationships with staffand external stakeholders
• Supports an environment of openness, and championsteamwork and communication across programs
• Leverages the expertise and experience of othersfor organizational success

Closing Details

Closing Date

Internal applications will be accepted until April 15th, 2026, 04:00 pm

“All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.

External applicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed and interviewed.

All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Phoenix is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.