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Northern Health; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Vacation after 1 year

Relocation support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Outdoor recreation access

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a hard-working Cook for a Casual position at Fort Nelson General Hospital. You will prepare and cook meals, portion and serve, and maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas under supervision, with duties including assigning tasks to food service staff.

Requirements include completion of a recognized 12-month cooking program, strong communication, teamwork, and physical aptitude. The role supports NH's mission and regional healthcare priorities in northern BC.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out duties in kitchen.
• Ability to organize work and operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items; portion and serve food.
• Wash and clean kitchen equipment, utensils and workstations.
• Assist in supervising Food Service Workers by assigning tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Work organization

Equipment operation

Education

12-month cooking program

Job description

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Cook to fill a Casual position at the Fort Nelson General Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, and working within the scope of Regional Northern Health (NH) Policies and Processes, the NH Regional Food Safety Plan and the NH Regional Food Sanitation Plan, this position performs duties related to the preparation and cooking of food items; portioning and serving food, washing and cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils and designated cooking/workstations. Responsible for assigning tasks to designated Food Service Workers.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of this position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Where you will be working

Facility

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Fort Nelson General Hospital

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort Nelson

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.