cook, ethnic foods

Job Bank; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Bank in Burnaby, BC is seeking a cook to determine portions, plan menus, and prepare meals in a full-time permanent role at the employer's location. You will oversee kitchen operations, train staff, and ensure safe handling of food for customers with allergies.

South Indian cuisine experience is preferred. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of experience in food service and hold an appropriate trades certificate or diploma.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in food service.
• Work must be performed at the employer's location; no remote work.
• South Indian cuisine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine the size of food portions and costs
• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Inspect kitchens and food service areas
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food
• Order supplies and equipment
• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

Skills

Menu planning

Cooking

Staff training

Procurement

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

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Job details

• Location Burnaby , BC V3N 1B6


• Salary 27.50 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week


• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time


• Starts as soon as possible


• Source Job Bank #3698741

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Tasks

• Determine the size of food portions and costs


• Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization


• Requisition food and kitchen supplies


• Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods


• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances


• Inspect kitchens and food service areas


• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food


• Order supplies and equipment


• Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment

Experience and specialization

• South Indian

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada


• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-10-30

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.