Cook IKorean Cook Temporary Part Time

Current Opening; Burnaby; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit healthcare organization in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Cook to support the daily dining experience for residents by preparing high-quality meals that reflect their tastes and cultural preferences. The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience and a commitment to quality service in a healthcare setting. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience is essential.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Commitment to quality service in a healthcare setting is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items following established schedules and recipes.
• Maintain food storage to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Participate in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Kitchen Experience

Sanitation

Knife Skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking

Current Food Safe L certificate

Job description

Job Summary : Who we are :

The New Vista Society is a non-profit accredited organization providing care and housing to seniors and families. With a strong commitment to compassion dignity and respect we work to create safe welcoming and supportive environments where residents can live their best quality of life.

By joining our team you will be part of a caring community that makes a real difference every day.

About the Role :

As a Cook you’ll play an important role in supporting the daily dining experience for our residents by preparing fresh high‑quality meals that reflect their tastes and cultural preferences. You’ll work closely with the kitchen team to plan and prepare menus, ensure food safety standards are met and contribute to a welcoming home‑like environment.

What you will be doing :

• Prepare food items following established schedules, menus, recipes and quantity quotas; assembling ingredients and equipment required for cooking. Reporting and recording substitutions and production quantities.
• Cook and season assigned food and various therapeutic diet items by methods/procedures such as frying, roasting, grilling, steaming, boiling and baking.
• Test food items for palatability and temperature, adjusting accordingly. Recording all required documentation (temperature logs and meal time logs).
• Maintain established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste; assign tasks to designated Food Service Workers as required.
• Cleans equipment and work area using appropriate cleaning agents to ensure hospital and applicable sanitation standards are met.
• Participate in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by understanding and following Health and Safety rules, regulations and practices such as fire disaster WHMIS SMART MOVES and Infection Control.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities to enrich and advance various processes through the effective use of available resources.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you’re great at :

• Working independently and in a team environment and staying organized.
• Paying attention to detail and taking pride in your work.
• Meeting physical demands (lifting, standing, repetitive movements).
• Following procedures and safety standards.
• Understanding all dietary procedures and policies.
• Being reliable and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.

What we’re looking for :

• Previous cooking experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to providing quality service in a healthcare setting.
• Graduation from a recognized 12‑month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current Food Safe L certificate.

Why Join Us :

Be part of a caring and collaborative team that values quality culture and community. At New Vista you’ll make a meaningful impact every day by bringing comfort and connection through food. We offer a supportive work environment, flexible scheduling and the opportunity to share your passion for cooking with our residents.

Temporary Part Time

Sunday - Monday

09 : 00 - 17 : 00

Key Skills

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Hotel Experience, Taleo, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Baking, Sanitation, Knife Skills

Employment Type: Part-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1