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Operating Name: Songhees Events and Catering
Position: Cook (NOC 63200)
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full time (atleast 30 hours per week)
Language of Work: English
Wage: $22/hr + tips
About Songhees Seafood and Steam Ltd. About us
Songhees Events and Catering provides catering services for a wide range of events, including weddings, galas, fundraisers, receptions, private gatherings, and corporate events. The team creates customized menus featuring seasonally inspired ingredients, locally grown products, West Coast cuisine, and traditional Indigenous flavours. With a focus on quality, creativity, and personalized service, Songhees Events and Catering works closely with clients to create memorable dining experiences tailored to each event.
We’re Looking for a Cook to Join Our Team
If you enjoy a fast-paced catering environment and take pride in preparing high-quality, memorable dishes, we’d love to hear from you
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook a variety of complete meals, individual dishes, and food items for weddings, private functions, corporate events, and other catered events
Prepare ingredients including vegetables, meats, sauces, dressings, doughs, fillings, and other food products according to recipes and established standards
Prepare and present West Coast and Indigenous-inspired dishes, including bannock, roasted meats and vegetables, salads, fruit platters, and seasonal menu items
Measure and mix ingredients accurately and monitor cooking times to ensure consistent taste, texture, appearance, and portion sizes




Set up and prepare food for catered events, including buffets, receptions, and other food service arrangements
Follow established recipes, menus, portion guidelines, and special dietary or allergy requirements when preparing food
Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures at all times
Monitor food supplies, assist with inventory, and inform supervisors when ingredients or kitchen supplies need to be replenished.
Properly store, label, and rotate food and ingredients in accordance with food safety requirements while minimizing food waste
Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, preparation areas, storage areas, and workspaces to ensure an organized and sanitary kitchen
Work collaboratively with other kitchen and catering staff to coordinate food preparation and timely service during events
Assist the Chef with menu planning and food preparation for catered events
Qualifications and Skills
Education: High School Diploma
Experience: Minimum 3 years of recent and relevant experience as a Cook in a commercial kitchen or food service establishment. Experience preparing a variety of menu items is required.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from everyone. We especially encourage people from groups that are often underrepresented — such as Indigenous peoples, newcomers, people with disabilities, and vulnerable youth — to apply. We value different backgrounds and believe diversity makes our team stronger.
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📌 Cook (British Columbia)
🏢 Songhees Seafood and Steam
📍 British Columbia