Cook, Seasonal Position, Brantford

Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch; Brantford; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch Brantford Campus (W. Ross Macdonald School) invites applications for a Cook 2 to prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals for students in a large school cafeteria.

The role emphasizes adherence to prescribed menus and dietary requirements, use of commercial equipment, and maintaining high kitchen hygiene. Training in chef/cook programs or related experience is preferred, with opportunities for seasonal temporary work.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary chef/cook training or related work experience.
• Completed Food Handlers Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Experience cooking large quantities and for special multi-restriction diets.
• Experience operating commercial/institutional food preparation equipment.
• Knowledge of nutrition to assist in menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of foods using standard volume commercial cooking methods.
• Maintain cleanliness of the food services area and equipment/utensils.
• Assist in receiving and stocking food items.
• Assist with inventory of supplies.
• Perform other duties related to operating a large school cafeteria.

Skills

Food prep

Storage techniques

Kitchen equipment

Teamwork

Communication

Dietary restrictions knowledge

Flexible shifts

Education

Chef/Cook training

Food Handler Certificate

Tools

Commercial equipment

Job description

The Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch, Brantford Campus (W. Ross Macdonald School) operates school/student lodging programs with the tradition and reputation for meeting the academic, personal, social, emotional, and developmental needs of the individual children.

Do you have experience preparing a large quantity of hot foods using commercial cooking methods and equipment and meeting individual special and multi-restriction diets? Are you an experienced Cook seeking regularly scheduled hours primarily during weekdays? If so, consider bringing your culinary expertise to this position where your primary role will be to prepare, cook and serve nutritious and appetizing meals.

What can I expect to do in this role?

• Prepare a wide variety of foods through standard volume commercial cooking methods, using commercial cooking equipment, ensuring adherence to prescribed menus, work schedules and dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of food services area, equipment/utensils.
• Assist in the receiving and stocking of food items.
• Assist with inventory of supplies.
• Perform other duties related to the operation of a large school cafeteria.

What you bring to the team

Knowledge and Experience:

• You have thorough knowledge of food preparation, storage techniques/procedures and proper kitchen equipment operations, normally acquired through completion of a post-secondary education in chef/cook training course or related work experience.
• Completed Food Handlers Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• You have demonstrated experience cooking large quantity of hot foods, as well as experience in the preparation of foods for individuals with special multi-restriction dietary needs.
• You have experience operating commercial/institutional food preparation equipment.
• You know nutritional principles to assist in planning menus.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You have excellent communication skills including the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• You have the ability to work independently and as a team member.

Physical Work:

• You have the ability to work shifts and perform physical work.

Additional information:

• Apply by: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:59 pm EDT
• Position details: 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 350 Brant Ave, Brantford, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
• Job term: 1 Temporary Seasonal position - September to June recurring
• Job code: 50214 - Cook 2
• Salary: $25.62 - $27.70 per hour, as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement
• Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
• Work hours: Schedule 4.7
• Category: Health and Social Services

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.