Cook

Next Youth Job; Langford; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Youth Job in Langford, British Columbia is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook a variety of foods in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals, scheduling kitchen helpers, and maintaining inventory.

The successful candidate should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 1-2 years experience in a kitchen environment. Personal qualities such as being organized and a team player are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing and cooking a variety of foods.
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff and operations.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals and individual dishes.
• Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers.
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
• Manage kitchen operations and requisition supplies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Ability to manage kitchen operations

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Job Details

• Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
• Posting Date: 06 May 2026
• Expiry Date: 06 May 2027

Description

Cooks prepare and cook a wide variety of foods. They are employed in restaurants, hotels, hospitals and other health care institutions, central food commissaries, educational institutions and other establishments. They are also employed aboard ships and at construction and logging campsites. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef
• Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers
• Oversee kitchen operations
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment
• May set up and oversee buffets
• May clean kitchen and work area
• May plan menus, determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies
• May hire and train kitchen staff
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Manage kitchen operations
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies

Qualifications

• Languages: English
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Requirements

• Cover letter required

Additional Information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks
• Personal suitability: Organized, Team player