Cook, Chinese Restaurant jobs in Vernon, BC

While this position supports food service operations for the School District, employment is with Turning Points Collaborative Society (TPCS). All food preparation and cooking duties will be carried out in TPCS kitchens.

Please note that the schedule for this position aligns with the School District calendar. Hours of work are not guaranteed on non-instructional days, including Professional Development Days, Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer Break.

The hours for this position are school days 6:00am to 2:00pm.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to bid on shifts on non work days. Shifts will be awarded based on seniority.

MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

About us

Turning Points Collaborative Society provides outreach, shelter services and various housing options for vulnerable people experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, homelessness in the Okanagan. We also offer employment programs, addictions recovery programs and affordable housing options. We believe in the inherent dignity of the people we serve and seek to support them as the experts in their own lives. 

Our greatest strength is our people!

At Turning Points, we’re committed to building community, helping people and giving them all the tools they need to succeed. In order to do that, we need a great team of people who share our values, have excellent interpersonal skills and like helping others.   

Diversity matters.

At Turning Points, diversity and inclusion are more than just words to us; they’re principles that drive us as an organization.  

Our programs support people from various backgrounds, orientations, and ethnicities, and it’s vital that our staff reflects that same diversity. What’s more, lived experience is a powerful tool to help those facing marginalization and oppression, and varied perspectives help generate better ideas to provide better service.  

For these reasons, we strongly encourage applications from the following underrepresented groups:   

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour)   

Multilingual  

Trans, Two-Spirit, and Gender Expansive  

LGBQ+  

What we offer:

Meaningful work where you’ll make a difference in peoples’ lives   

Supportive work environments  

Competitive compensation packages 

Opportunities for professional growth 

Membership in the Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) and access to the hundreds of hours of training and resources that goes with it! "

JOB SUMMARY:

The Cook reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Turning Points Collaborative Society. The Cook prepares, cooks, and serves daily meals and is responsible for ensuring availability of food and beverages for guests and residents. Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in eating and prep areas.

JOB DUTIES (In Brief):

• Prepare, cook, and serve daily meals, snacks and beverages
• Deliver meals to various sites as required
• Maintain high standard of cleanliness throughout kitchen, dining, storage areas and equipment
• Follow set menu and itemize supplies required
• Will organize and complete required work in a safe, clean and friendly environment
• Some shopping may occur

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCE:

• Minimum Grade 12 education and Cooking Diploma plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 and FOODSAFE Certificate from the Department of Health
• Must have valid Drivers License and provide Driver's Abstract.
• Experience with institutions or large organizations including experience with cost analysis and effectiveness
• Experience in menu planning and developing order supply lists
• Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting and to manage and organize daily workload
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Must understand and maintain clientele/worker boundaries
• Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
• Quick learner and self-motivated
• Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks
• Must be able to operate job related equipment
• Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector
• Union membership required

Pay: $27.11-$31.04 per hour

Application question(s):

• Outline your experience cooking in the following environments:

Long-term care homes or assisted living facilities
Hospitals or healthcare facilities
Camp-style or remote-site kitchens
Institutional or high-volume food service operations
Other related cooking experience PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person