Cook

Interior Health Authority; Summerland; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a Cook II to join our Support Services team at Summerland Health Centre, BC. This casual opportunity offers flexible hours, with shifts scheduled from 06:30 to 17:40, 0–37.5 hours per week as needed.

You will prepare meals according to menus and dietary requirements, portion food, manage rotations, supervise kitchen tasks, and help maintain a clean, safe cooking area while supporting a respectful team culture.

Qualifications

• Prepare assigned food items following established menus and recipes.
• Plan preparation and cooking schedules.
• Assist with therapeutic diet items and portion control.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and seasons menu items (soups, sauces, salads, meats, vegetables, desserts).
• Maintains food rotations to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Cleans cooking area and equipment and trains staff as needed.
• Checks diet trays and makes substitutions per therapeutic diet.
• Portions and serves food in dining areas.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

Interior Health is seeking a Cook II to join our Support Services team at Summerland Health Centre, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we are looking for you.

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

• As a team player you will perform a variety of duties within a Food Service Department such as:
• Prepares assigned food items by following established menus, recipes and quantity quotas;
• Plans preparation and cooking schedule;
• Cooks and seasons assigned food and therapeutic diet items such as, soups, sauces, salads, starches, meats and other protein menu items, vegetables and desserts;
• Controls portioning of food items to ensure recipe yield meets assigned quantity quotas;
• Maintains established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste;
• Cleans cooking area and equipment;
• Assigns tasks to designated food service workers and provides related training and orientation;
• Checks returned diet trays for items not consumed and makes substitutions according to therapeutic diet;
• Portions out and serves food and beverages within dining areas;
• Performs other related duties.

This is a Casual opportunity

Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

Shifts of work will be scheduled

Shifts of work will be scheduled days from 06:30 to 17:40 hours.

About this Location

Set along the shores of Okanagan Lake, Summerland boasts a warm climate, beautiful landscapes, and endless outdoor activities. From hiking and cycling to kayaking and beach days, the area offers something for everyone. Known for its vineyards and orchards, it’s also a haven for wine enthusiasts and those who appreciate local produce.

With a welcoming atmosphere, boutique shops, and a thriving arts scene, Summerland provides a wonderful blend of community spirit and natural beauty. Whether you’re enjoying the outdoor recreation, exploring local businesses, or taking in stunning lake views, Summerland offers an ideal place to live and play year-round.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C.’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?