Chef & Kitchen Lead

Washington Kids Foundation (WKF) – Surrey Centre

Location: 105–18485 53 Avenue, Surrey, BC
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Between 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Position Type: Part-time

About Washington Kids Foundation

Washington Kids Foundation (WKF) supports vulnerable and at risk youth from the Surrey and Langley School Districts by providing opportunities for sports, mentorship, academic support, and healthy after school meals. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where youth can build confidence, develop life skills, and reach their full potential.

We are looking for a reliable, organized, and experienced Chef & Kitchen Lead to oversee our kitchen and prepare nutritious, delicious meals for the youth we serve. This role plays an important part in ensuring students have access to healthy food in a welcoming environment while allowing our coaches to focus on mentoring and supporting youth.

This position is an excellent opportunity for a retired chef, an experienced home cook, or someone who enjoys cooking and wants to give back to their community in a meaningful way.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan weekly menus that are nutritious, balanced, and appropriate for school aged youth.
- Follow Surrey Schools Nutrition Guidelines and provincial Feeding Futures guidelines.
- Prepare fresh, healthy, scratch made meals for groups of youth.
- Accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions while ensuring meals are prepared and handled safely.
- Review ingredient labels and take appropriate precautions to prevent cross-contact with allergens.
- Organize meal preparation to ensure food is ready for scheduled after school programming.
- Manage kitchen inventory, monitor ingredients, and minimize food waste.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen before, during, and after food preparation.
- Follow all food safety,



food handling, and sanitation requirements.
- Take responsibility for the overall day to day operation of the kitchen during scheduled hours.
- Ensure meals are prepared and served in a safe, consistent, and welcoming environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Experience preparing meals for families, groups, or larger numbers of people.
- Strong cooking, meal planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage kitchen responsibilities from planning through cleanup.
- Valid BC FOODSAFE Level 1 certification.
- Clear Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector screening.
- Reliable, dependable, and committed to maintaining consistent weekday attendance.
- A genuine interest in supporting children and youth in the community.

Who Would Be a Great Fit?

This position may be ideal for:

- A retired chef or cook looking to stay active and share their skills.
- An experienced home cook who enjoys preparing healthy meals for others.
- Someone looking for a meaningful way to give back to their community.
- A dependable individual who enjoys working independently and takes pride in their cooking.

What We Offer

- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local youth.
- A fully equipped kitchen and a supportive team setting.
- A consistent weekday schedule with afternoon hours.
- The satisfaction of knowing your work helps support the health and well being of vulnerable and at risk youth.

How to Apply

If you enjoy cooking, take pride in preparing nutritious meals, and want to make a positive impact in your community, we would love to hear from you.

Please send an email to [email protected] to express your interest.

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- In office parking

Licence/Certification:

- Food Safety Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 CHEF & KITCHEN LEAD (Surrey)
🏢 Washington Kid's Foundation
📍 Surrey