Cook's Helper at Correctional Service Canada : Pacific Region

Employment and Social Development Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Government Department is seeking a Cook's Helper in Victoria, Canada. The role involves assisting in meal preparation and distribution, managing groceries, and training offenders in food service operations. The position offers competitive pay from $26.12 to $28.39 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for overtime. Applicants must have completed three years of secondary school and have relevant food service experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Generous leave options

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience working in food services within a commercial or institutional setting.
• Ability to prepare and distribute meals in a timely manner.
• Will to work with federally incarcerated offenders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation, distribution, and short-order cooking.
• Manage procurement and inventory of groceries.
• Train offenders in food service operations and safety protocols.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Integrity and respect

Safety oriented

Initiative and action-oriented

Education

Successful completion of three years of secondary school

Job description

Overview

Cook's Helper at Correctional Service Canada : Pacific Region

Correctional Service Canada- Technical Services and Facilities Branch

Locations: Abbotsford, Agassiz, Harrison Mills, Mission, and Victoria, British Columbia

Reference number: PEN25J-152696-000041

Selection process number: 2025-PEN-EA-PAC-195650

GS-FOS-03

Closing date: 9 July 2025 - 23:59 Pacific Time

Who can apply

People residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and permanent residents abroad.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation, distribution, and short-order cooking; ensure portion control and adherence to recipes.
• Manage procurement, inventory, and distribution of groceries; maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment.
• Train offenders in food service operations, safety protocols, and hygiene practices to enhance employability.

What CSC Will Offer You

• Competitive compensation: a total compensation package with allowances where applicable.
• Comprehensive benefits program: healthcare, dental & vision; post-retirement eligibility for the Public Service Health Care Plan.
• Retirement benefits: eligible for early retirement at age 50 after 10 years of service within a CSC institution.
• Generous leave: starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, increasing to up to 6 weeks; 12 paid statutory holidays included.
• Flexible work arrangements: opportunities for income-averaging leave for extended periods, subject to operational needs.

Employment Details

Employment type includes permanent, temporary, and casual positions (casual work is offered for a fixed duration not exceeding 90 working days in the same calendar year).

Salary: From $26.12 to $28.39 per hour, plus allowances such as a $2,140 Correctional Service Specific Duty Allowance (CSSDA) and an Inmate Training Differential.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education
Successful completion of three years of secondary school, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Experience
Experience working in food services within a commercial or institutional setting, including meal preparation and distribution of short order cooking.

Competencies

• C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
• C2: Thinking things through
• C3: Working effectively with others
• C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• C5: Safety oriented
• C6: Effective communication skills (oral and written)

Operational & Conditions

Operational requirements: willing to work overtime on short notice; willing to work shift work (evening, weekends, statutory holidays); willing to work with federally incarcerated offenders.

Conditions of employment: Security clearance (Reliability status).

Important Notices

Note: The candidate qualified pool from this selection process may be used to staff similar positions, both permanent and temporary, including casual employment, to address urgent needs in the Pacific Region. Specific locations: Abbotsford, Agassiz, Harrison Mills, Mission, and Victoria. Please indicate exact location(s) in your application.

Other information: Accommodation requests, language preference, and other selection details are outlined in the job posting. Preference may be given to certain groups as appropriate under policy.

Application Process

How to apply: Submit your updated CV and answer a few yes/no questions so your application can be referred to hiring managers for positions that match your skills and locations where you are willing and able to work. For questions, contact [e-mail] and include the process number 2025-PEN-EA-PAC-195650 in the subject line.

Language and accommodation: You may participate in the appointment process in the official language of your choice; accommodations will be provided as needed.

Additional Notes

We thank all applicants. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First round of candidate submissions to hiring managers will begin soon from this inventory, with additional submissions as new positions become available.

Contact information: Front Line Recruitment (GL / GS positions)

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