Cook (Full-time)

6 days ago

Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada Vancouver-Society-of-Children-S-Centres- Full-time

VANCOUVER SOCIETY OF CHILDREN’S CENTRE’S (VSOCC)

COOK (Full-time)

If you enjoy being around children, feel comfortable in a kitchen and want consistent full-time work, this could be the opportunity you are looking for.

We are searching for a permanent full-time cook to prepare simple pre-set menus for our food program. In addition to food prep, this position will be responsible for general kitchen clean up.

Operating 16 state-of-the-art centres in Vancouver, VSOCC is a leader in the childcare sector. We are GROWING and we invite you to join our team In addition to an innovative team environment and growth opportunities, we offer:

  • market-leading wages
  • three weeks’ paid vacation and up to 4% employer-matched RRSP contributions;
  • 100% employer-paid health and welfare benefits;
  • $250 professional development dollars per year.

Reports to:

  • The Cook reports to the Food Services Manager.

Here’s how you will make a positive impact on a day-to-day basis:

  • Prepare meals for groups of 35 to 60 children
  • Wash and sanitize lunch and snack dishes
  • Use knives and other basic home kitchen equipment
  • Follow recipes and uses basic math skills to determine quantities needed
  • Maintain inventory and order food from suppliers
  • Communicate professionally and effectively
  • Work effectively within a team
  • Work independently
  • Keep a tidy, organized and efficient kitchen by washing and sanitizing equipment, supplies, work surfaces and cupboards
  • Enjoy cooking for children in a busy atmosphere

In addition to being a wonderful and positive person & team player, you must have:

  • Food Safe Certification 1
  • Clear criminal record check
  • High school diploma
  • Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1)
  • Some experience cooking complete meals for groups

Additional skills and experiences may include:

  • Courses in nutrition, food preparation, and storage
  • Courses in sanitation and hygiene practices
  • Experience working with/around children

Terms of Employment:

  • Salary: $25.31 per hour plus employer-paid health and welfare benefits.
  • Permanent full-time position: 7.5 hours/day (37.5 hours/week) from 8am to 4pm, from Monday to Friday
  • Starting: As soon as possible
  • Location: MULTIPLE LOCATIONS DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

This position is open to all applicants and is unionized with BCGEU.

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