We are currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our Kitchen team. The successful candidate will be a keenly motivated person with a positive attitude towards working as a team to provide a secure and positive environment for our staff and students. Located in southern Vancouver Island, our 29-acre boarding school campus is surrounded by fresh air and natural beauty. St. John’s Academy Shawnigan Lake, situated on a pristine location between the shores of Shawnigan Lake and the base of Mt. Baldy, provides an innovative approach to learning for both day and boarding students.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
Remuneration: $23.50/hour, meals provided when on shift; extended medical and dental package
Qualifications:
- Leadership skills with the ability to work all areas of kitchen when needed
- 3+ years experience working as a Cook
- Reliable team player who is able to work within deadlines
- Current Food Safe Certificate
- Able to physically manage the requirements of the position (can lift <50lbs)
- Provide cooperative team support to accomplish needs and tasks
- Fluency in oral and written English
- Neat, well-groomed appearance
- Current Criminal Record Check to be completed upon hiring.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Carry out all duties associated with providing quality food service
- Prepare nutritious food using various methods of cooking/baking
- Assist Kitchen Manager with daily or weekly needs of food, supplies and ensure that incoming orders are correct and of good quality
- Maintain established food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste
- Ensure breakfasts, snacks and beverages are available
- Assist in dishwashing & general clean up, as required
- Provide hospitality support for school events and guests
- Ensure kitchen areas are in a clean, safe and sanitary condition
- Operate and clean kitchen equipment
- Inform Kitchen Manager of any equipment malfunction
- Abide by best food and kitchen practices and WHMIS
- Attend in-service training and orientation sessions when required
- Promote good public relations within and outside the facility
- Ensure that confidential information is held in strictest confidence, in accordance with Federal and Provincial Privacy legislation
Applicants will need to provide:
- One page maximum cover letter
- CV / resume
- Two (2) references
- Verification of qualifications
- Submit application to , or drop off in person attention to Ron Stevenson.
Pay: $23.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
📌 Full Time Cook (Shawnigan Lake)
🏢 St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake
📍 Shawnigan Lake
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