COOK I

Northern Health; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental

Vacation after one year

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training

Job summary

Northern Health invites applications for a casual Cook position at Nats’oojeh Hospital and Health Centre in Fort St. James, BC. The role involves preparing and cooking meals, portioning servings, and maintaining clean kitchen equipment under the supervision of the manager and NH policies.

Candidates should have completed a recognized 12-month cooking program and possess good communication and organizational skills, with physical ability to work in a fast-paced hospital food service environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items and portion servings.
• Wash and clean kitchen equipment, utensils and workstations.
• Assign tasks to Food Service Workers.
• Follow NH Policies and the NH Regional Food Safety Plans.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

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 Nats’oojeh Hospital and Health Centre.

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.

Qualfications

• 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 Nats’oojeh Hospital and Health Centre

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. James

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!

• 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.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants