Senior Cook

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 39,096 - 41,631; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in New Brunswick is hiring a Senior Cook for food service management duties. This role includes planning menus, overseeing kitchen operations, and supporting mentally ill clients within a rehabilitation setting. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, Cook Certification, and at least three years of relevant experience. Essential skills include effective communication, organization, and the ability to work with clients and staff. Salaries range from $28.38 to $30.22 per hour, with a casual employment type.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recent related experience in cooking and kitchen management.
• Experience with mental health clients in a rehabilitation setting.
• Ability to prioritize workload and assist clients safely.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food services in assigned areas.
• Plan and develop menus and recipes including special diets.
• Supervise and schedule staff and monitor expenditures.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to assist mentally ill clients

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 12

Cook Certification

Food Safe 1 & Food Safe 2

CPR and First Aid Certification

Violence Prevention Curriculum

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required: 0900-1700,

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$28.38 - $30.22

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

May. 25 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Clinical Co-ordinator the Senior Cook is responsible for all aspects of the food services in assigned areas. This position is expected to meet the nutritional needs of residents by planning and developing menus and recipes including special diets. Works with residents following the rehabilitation plan, to develop meal preparation, cooking and kitchen organizational skills. Performs related administrative duties including scheduling staff, ordering and maintenance of provisions, monitoring expenditures, and supervision of other Cooks. Travel is a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12

Certification as a Cook - Industry Training and Apprenticeship Commission

Food Safe 1 & Food Safe 2

Certification in CPR, First Aid

Completes Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum and Code White Training within three (3) months of employment

A minimum of three (3) years recent, related experience in cooking and kitchen management, including experience with mental health clients in a rehabilitation setting.

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.
• Ability to deal with mentally ill clients and their families.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.