Cook 2

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Employer-paid training & leadership

Wellness supports for employees

Recognition programs for staff

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a Cook 2 for the Adult Daycare team at Margaret Fulton Centre in North Vancouver, BC. The role involves planning and preparing meals, supervising Cook 1s and staff, and ensuring strict cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Candidates must complete a 12-month cooking program and hold a Food Safe Certificate. The position may require flexible hours and adherence to the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month cooking program or equivalent.
• Current Food Safe Certificate is required.
• Knowledge of food preparation, baking and meat cutting.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals and snacks for the Adult Daycare program.
• Purchase food items and supplies per procedures.
• Provide direction to Cook 1s, food service workers, clients and volunteers.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the work area; perform related administrative tasks.

Skills

Food preparation

Baking

Meat cutting

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organization

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

12-month cooking program

Food Safe Certificate

Job description

Come work as a Cook 2 with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) on the Adult Daycare team at Margaret Fulton Centre in North Vancouver, BC!

Reporting to the Manager of the ADC, the Cook 2 plans and prepares meals and snacks’ purchases food items and supplies in accordance with established procedures; provides direction to Cook 1s, food service workers, clients, and/or volunteers, maintains a high standard of cleanliness and safety in the work area; and performs related administrative functions.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a recognized 12 month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Current Food Safe Certificate required.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of food preparation, baking and meat cutting.
• Ability to prepare meals and to maintain required standards in food preparation, cleanliness and care of equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical Ability to carry out the duties of the position.