Cook (Casual/On-Call

The salary range for this position is CAD $27.56/Hr. - CAD $27.56/Hr.

Apply today! Providence Health Care (PHC) is hiring Cooks for the Food Services department at all of our hospitals and care homes!

 

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

 

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Food Services or designate, the Cook 

• Utilizes various cooking methods including frying, roasting, grilling, steaming, poaching, baking, and boiling.
• Prepares food items by following established menus, recipes, and production requirements.
• Prepares, portions, and serves food for patients, residents, clients, cafeteria, and catering.
• Adheres to safety standards and health and safety requirements.

• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Food Safe Certificate Level 1

If you are hesitant on applying or are unsure if you meet the requirements: apply anyway! We are constantly searching for great applicants who will fit into our culture at PHC. We are determined to help find the perfect job fit for you.

• Competitive salary of $27.56/hr as per the FBA collective agreement 
• Growth opportunities : We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities : The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.

 

Your Day to Day:

• Prepares food items following established menus, recipes, and quantity quotas.
• Ensures freshness, minimizes holding times, and meets meal periods.
• Cooks and seasons various food items using methods like roasting, frying, and baking.
• Tests food for palatability and temperature, adjusting as needed.
• Follows all sanitation and safety requirements, reporting hazards immediately.
• Carves and portions food items to meet quantity quotas.
• Operates kitchen equipment like mixers, ovens, and toasters.
• Maintains food rotations in storage to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Keeps equipment and cooking areas clean, including stoves and countertops.

Join Us and Transform Your Healthcare Career!

Apply today to seize this unique opportunity to specialize and advance your career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Be a part of our journey as we approach the grand opening of our new hospital, where you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.