Youth-Focused Community Kitchen Cook (Part-Time)

Family Services of Greater Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid sick days

Wellness days

Education leave

Moving Day

Professional association dues

Referral bonus

Job summary

Family Services of Greater Vancouver is seeking a Kitchen Cook to support a youth-focused pantry and kitchen program in Vancouver. The role collaborates with the Food Program Supervisor and volunteers to prepare healthy, low-cost meals for unhoused youth facing substance use and mental health challenges.

The position emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equity, with a 28-hour work week (Wed–Sat, 2 pm–10 pm) in a community kitchen setting at the Directions Youth Services Centre.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus one-year post-secondary education required.
• Food Safe certificate required; First Aid certification is an asset.
• Two years of related kitchen experience preferred; youth experience is a plus.
• Experience with youth who use substances or face mental health challenges is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate kitchen functions with health, safety and hygiene at top priority.
• Plan nutritious, low-cost meals and manage inventory and waste.
• Coordinate with volunteers and staff to support youth at the drop-in centre.
• Maintain records and report incidents in a timely manner.

Skills

Food safety

First aid

Teamwork

Leadership

Crisis intervention

Education

Grade 12 + 1-year post-secondary education

Food Safe certificate

First Aid Certificate

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training

Job description

Family Services of Greater Vancouver is seeking a Kitchen Cook to support a youth-focused pantry and kitchen program in Vancouver. The role collaborates with the Food Program Supervisor and volunteers to prepare healthy, low-cost meals for unhoused youth facing substance use and mental health challenges.

The position emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equity, with a 28-hour work week (Wed–Sat, 2 pm–10 pm) in a community kitchen setting at the Directions Youth Services Centre.