PT Cook (White Road Supportive Housing)

Connective Support Society; Duncan; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Connective Support Society is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare and serve meals in a residential setting in Duncan, BC. The role emphasizes safe food handling, inventory management, and adherence to health standards. You will contribute to menu planning and support residents with dietary needs.

The position requires weekend hours (Sat/Sun 10:30–18:30), unionized setting, and compliance with licensing requirements. A Food Safe certificate and a criminal records check are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a commercial kitchen or residential program.
• Ability to work Saturdays and Sundays 10:30–18:30.
• Understanding of dietary needs and menu plans.
• Criminal Records Check for vulnerable sector is required.
• Emergency First Aid Certificate is required.
• Food Safe Certificate Level 1 or 2 is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks and serves meals and snacks, including for special dietary needs.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of work areas, storage, equipment and surfaces.
• Assists in menu development to meet licensing and resident needs.
• Stores and handles food safely and maintains inventory.
• Operates kitchen equipment safely and attends in-service training.
• Notifies management of repairs and maintains kitchen equipment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Food safety basics

Education

Food Safe Level 1 & 2

Job description

ROLE PURPOSE

The Cook is responsible for food preparation, finishing and serving of meals, maintaining clean and orderly working areas, participating in the development of menu plans, and assisting with inventory control and ordering of supplies.

STATUS

Unionized. This position is open to all applicants.

HOURS (16 HOURS PER WEEK)

Saturday and Sunday, 1030-1830

REPORTING AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports and is accountable to the Program Manager of the facility or their designate
• Participates actively in house, staff, and staff/resident meetings
• Participates as a member of the Connective staff team
• Liaises with outside professionals from other agencies or government bodies as required

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepares, cooks and serves meals and snacks, including those for special dietary needs and special occasions in accordance with health and safety standards and the menu plan
• Maintains the cleanliness and safety of work areas, storage, coolers, freezers, equipment, and work surfaces to a standard that meets all regulatory standards
• Participates in the development of a menu plan in accordance with dietary requirements of licensing bodies and individual dietary needs of residents
• Establishes, implements and communicates menu recipe requirements and instructions
• Ensures the safe storage, handling and disposal of food and beverages
• Safely and efficiently operates all equipment associated with the duties of the position
• Attends staff in-service and continuing education opportunities provided by the Employer
• Reports any situations that may be considered unsafe or a health risk
• Notifies management of any repairs or maintenance required for kitchen appliances and equipment
• Maintains an inventory management system for food and related supplies
• Purchases and orders food items necessary for the preparation of meals. Ensures that purchases are within approved budget limits
• Maintains an inventory of food and other related items. Stores food items
• Provides kitchen orientation and meal preparation instruction to staff assisting with kitchen duties, including safe food handling and preparation
• Other duties shall be assigned as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Function independently, while remaining a crucial member of the support team
• Adhere to Connective policies and procedures
• Be available to work flexible hours as needed. May include some evenings/weekends, as determined by the regional office needs and schedules
• Is a member of CUPE local 1936-11

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• One year of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen and/or in a residential program preparing large quantity meals
• An understanding of support and service provision to people with diverse needs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others/within a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Records Check for the vulnerable sector
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate (please refer to the Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC)
• Food Safe Certificate (Level 1 and Level 2)

COMPENSATION

As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $25.55 per hour The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $29.26 per hour.