Cook

McGill University; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Nova Scotia seeks a Cook to prepare and cook meals under the direction of a Chef or Sous-Chef. Applicants should have culinary training and either a year of experience or five years as a cook, along with bilingual skills in English and French. This temporary position offers up to 38.75 hours per week at a rate of $33.42 per hour.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience, or five years as a cook.
• Functional English and French spoken and read; functional written ability in either English or French.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to meet quality standards.
• Assist with meal service as directed.

Skills

Culinary skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Diploma from an accredited culinary school

Job description

Overview

Hiring Unit: Student Services & Hospitality Services - Faculty Club

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Chef or Sous-Chef, the incumbent is responsible for the preparation, cooking and service of meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to meet quality standards and service requirements
• Assist with meal service as directed

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited culinary school plus one (1) year of related experience, OR
• High School Leaving Diploma with five (5) years of experience as a cook
• Functional English and French spoken and read; functional written ability in either English or French
• Knowledge of both French and English; McGill University operates in English for day-to-day duties

Additional Details

• Status: Temporary Part-time/Full-Time
• Hours: up to 38.75 hrs/week; various hours
• Availability: September 21 – December 20, 2025 (2 or more days per week)
• Hourly Rate: $33.42 per hour

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles across all facets of the University community and through accommodation policies and procedures.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.