COOK I

Northern Health; Vanderhoof; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

4 weeks vacation

Employee referral program

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a dedicated Cook for a Casual position at St. John Hospital in Vanderhoof, BC. You will prepare and cook meals, portion and serve items, and maintain clean kitchen areas under supervision in line with NH policies.

The role requires completion of a 12-month cooking program and strong communication and organizational skills to support a smooth kitchen operation within NH’s regional framework.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month cooking program.
• Ability to communicate effectively 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items and portion, portioning and serving as required.
• Wash and clean kitchen equipment, utensils and workstations.
• Supervise and assign tasks to Food Service Workers as directed.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Organizational skills

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 St. John 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 St. John Hospital.

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Vanderhoof.

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.

International Applicants

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