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 perks.
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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📌 Cook (Full-time) (British Columbia)
🏢 Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres
📍 British Columbia