Third Cook (Sessional)

The University of British Columbia; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Third Cook (Sessional) to support food services by cooking and preparing meals under the direction of the Sous Chef. The role requires Grade 12 education, a cooking certificate, and strong customer service skills. Join a diverse community committed to academic excellence while enjoying a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent education required.
• One year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift medium weight objects (30+ LBS) required.

Responsibilities

• Cooking food in assigned location.
• Participates in day-to-day production.
• Does food preparation work.

Skills

Cooking skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Certificate in cooking

Food Safe Level 1 Certificate

Job description

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Jul 9, 2025

Staff - Union

Job Category

BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff

Job Profile

BCGEU OK Salaried - Third Cook

Job Title

Third Cook (Sessional)

Department

UBCO | Back of House | Food Services

Compensation Range

$3,271.00 - $3,271.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

August 17, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Jul 9, 2025

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Title: Third Cook

Job Description

Under the direction of the Sous Chef, the Third Cook is responsible for cooking, day to day production, works the assigned line or station and does food preparation work.

Organizational Status

Reporting to the Sous Chef, the position interacts with other Food Services Staff . Receives direction and guidance from the First Cook.

Work Performed

- Cooking food in assigned location

- Participates in day to d ay production

- Works the assigned line or station

- Does food preparation work

- Other duties as required

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Improper food care or storage could result in food waste and lost resources and unnecessary costs.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Sous Chef . Takes day to day direction from the First Cook.

Supervision Given

No supervision given.

Preferred Qualifications

- Grade 12 or equivalent

- certificate in cooking from a recognized cooking institution and Food Safe Level 1 Certificate

- One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Performance Competencies & Criteria

- Ability to maintain cafeteria in a safe and sanitary manner

- Ability to lift medium weight objects and requires continuous physical activity

- Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with internal and external contacts

- Must be flexible and able to manage conflicting priorities to meet deadlines

- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment

- Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to handle a high volume of work during peak periods; ability to multitask

- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

- Must be able to lift 3 0+ LBS safely

- Must be able to work on your feet for 8+ hours

About Us

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail] .