Cook (Full-time)

Vancouver Society Of Children’s Centres; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading wages

Three weeks’ paid vacation

RRSP employer match up to 4%

Health benefits

Professional development funds

Job summary

Vancouver Society Of Children’s Centres is seeking a permanent full-time Cook to prepare simple pre-set menus for our food program and handle general kitchen cleanup. The role involves cooking for groups of 35 to 60 children, maintaining inventory, and working in a busy downtown Vancouver kitchen with a team-focused environment.

The position offers market-leading wages, three weeks of paid vacation, up to 4% RRSP matching, 100% employer-paid health benefits, and $250 in professional development

Qualifications

• Food Safe Certification required.
• Clear criminal record check required.
• High school diploma required.
• Basic First Aid (OFA Level 1) required.
• Experience cooking complete meals for groups preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for groups of 35 to 60 children.
• Wash and sanitize lunch and snack dishes.
• Use knives and basic kitchen equipment.
• Follow recipes and calculate quantities.
• Maintain inventory and order food from suppliers.
• Communicate professionally and work within a team.
• Work independently when needed.
• Keep kitchen tidy and sanitary.

Skills

Team player

Food Safe Certification

Basic First Aid

Experience cooking for groups

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

VANCOUVER SOCIETY OF CHILDREN’S CENTRE’S (VSOCC)

COOK (Full-time)

If you enjoy being around children, feel comfortable in a kitchen and want consistent full-time work, this could be the opportunity you are looking for.

We are searching for a permanent full-time cook to prepare simple pre-set menus for our food program. In addition to food prep, this position will be responsible for general kitchen clean up.

Operating 16 state-of-the-art centres in Vancouver, VSOCC is a leader in the childcare sector. We are GROWING and we invite you to join our team! In addition to an innovative team environment and growth opportunities, we offer:

• market-leading wages
• three weeks’ paid vacation and up to 4% employer-matched RRSP contributions;
• 100% employer-paid health and welfare benefits;
• $250 professional development dollars per year.

Reports to:

• The Cook reports to the Food Services Manager.

Here’s how you will make a positive impact on a day-to-day basis:

• Prepare meals for groups of 35 to 60 children
• Wash and sanitize lunch and snack dishes
• Use knives and other basic home kitchen equipment
• Follow recipes and uses basic math skills to determine quantities needed
• Maintain inventory and order food from suppliers
• Communicate professionally and effectively
• Work effectively within a team
• Work independently
• Keep a tidy, organized and efficient kitchen by washing and sanitizing equipment, supplies, work surfaces and cupboards
• Enjoy cooking for children in a busy atmosphere

In addition to being a wonderful and positive person & team player, you must have:

• Food Safe Certification 1
• Clear criminal record check
• High school diploma
• Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1)
• Some experience cooking complete meals for groups

Additional skills and experiences may include:

• Courses in nutrition, food preparation, and storage
• Courses in sanitation and hygiene practices
• Experience working with/around children

Terms of Employment:

• Salary: $25.31 per hour plus employer-paid health and welfare benefits.
• Permanent full-time position: 7.5 hours/day (37.5 hours/week) from 8am to 4pm, from Monday to Friday
• Starting: As soon as possible
• Location: MULTIPLE LOCATIONS DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

This position is open to all applicants and is unionized with BCGEU.