Cook (Internal/External)
- Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Internal/External Job Posting
Job Title: Cook
Eligibility Status (Internal/External): *Internal/External
Department: W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School
Job Status: Full Time Continuing, Effective Immediately
Details: Unionized position with the British Columbia General Employees Union (BCGEU)
Responsible for the provision of the hot lunch program for the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School and potentially other kitchens at ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School, or W̱SÁNEĆ College. Key functions include purchase of groceries, nutritional menu planning, food preparation, sanitization and clean up.
SCOPE
Works under the direction of the Principals/Directors of the Schools and College and in accordance with Food Safe Practices, Good Nutrition and the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board (WSB) policy/procedures. The scope of the work includes the preparation of a hot lunch to all students and staff. Also responsible for promoting and ensuring proper nutrition and cleanliness. Employees may be required to conduct duties of the same position in alternate departments as operational needs arise.
HOURS OF WORK
7 hrs per day based on a schedule to be determined in accordance with the operational needs of the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Certification
Job Title: Cook
Eligibility Status (Internal/External): *Internal/External
Department: W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School
Job Status: Full Time Continuing, Effective Immediately
Details: Unionized position with the British Columbia General Employees Union (BCGEU)
- Internal Job Postings: Current and past employees as well as W̱SÁNEĆ community members.
- External Job Postings: Open to all individuals not eligible under the internal posting criteria.
- In-person interviews will be held on Wednesday October 28, Thursday October 29, and Friday October 30. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Responsible for the provision of the hot lunch program for the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School and potentially other kitchens at ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School, or W̱SÁNEĆ College. Key functions include purchase of groceries, nutritional menu planning, food preparation, sanitization and clean up.
SCOPE
Works under the direction of the Principals/Directors of the Schools and College and in accordance with Food Safe Practices, Good Nutrition and the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board (WSB) policy/procedures. The scope of the work includes the preparation of a hot lunch to all students and staff. Also responsible for promoting and ensuring proper nutrition and cleanliness. Employees may be required to conduct duties of the same position in alternate departments as operational needs arise.
HOURS OF WORK
7 hrs per day based on a schedule to be determined in accordance with the operational needs of the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Certification
- Completion of Grade 10 and one year of directly related training or experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid Food Safe Certificate, First Aid certificate and Criminal Record Check
- Journeyman Cook Trade Certificate with a Red Seal Qualification preferred
- Considerable knowledge of Food Safe Practices and good nutrition
- Plan menus incorporating a variety of dietary needs, identify and cooking needs
- Accuracy and attention to detail with a concern for cleanliness and safety
- Resolve routine problems and refer non routine problems to supervisor
- Initiate and complete daily, weekly, monthly tasks and routines
- Work as part of a team, sharing information and workload
- Communicate verbally, clearly and constructively with staff, students and the public
- Resume and cover letter
- Three professional references (please provide telephone numbers & email addresses)
- Copies of valid certificates must accompany application
- Additional Supporting Documentation
- FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST*
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Responsibilities
Plan nutritious menus, purchase groceries, and prepare hot lunches for students and staff at the school and potentially other kitchens. Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation while completing routine kitchen tasks and supporting operational needs.
Requirements
Applicants need Grade 10 completion and one year of related training or experience, or an equivalent combination, along with valid Food Safe, First Aid, and Criminal Record Check credentials. A Journeyman Cook Trade Certificate with Red Seal is preferred; strong knowledge of food safety and nutrition, attention to detail, teamwork, and communication are also required.
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Nutritional Planning
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Sanitization
- Kitchen Cleaning
- Grocery Purchasing
- Dietary Needs
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Verbal Communication
- Organization
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Categories
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Education
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Hot Lunch Program
- Grocery Purchasing
- Nutritional Menu Planning
- Food Preparation
- Food Safe Practices
- Good Nutrition
- Dietary Needs
- Sanitization
- Kitchen Cleaning
- Food Safe Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- Criminal Record Check
- Journeyman Cook Trade Certificate
- Red Seal Qualification
- Grade 10
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Food Safety
- School Food Service