Culinary School Manager jobs in Vancouver, BC

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of:

On-Call Trade Qualified Cooks

Trade Qualified Cook Salary: $33.90 (+16% in lieu of benefits)

Applicants must be available to work Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 3:00pm

Only applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this position.

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Under the general direction of the teacher responsible for the Culinary Arts Program you will demonstrate techniques and supervise students and apprentices in the preparation of a variety of food. You will ensure proper sanitation in food handling and cleaning, assist in planning menus and recipe development, order supplies and maintain kitchen utensils in good working order. As well you will supervise the activities in the main kitchen during the lunch period.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12
• Red Seal Cook Certification of Qualification (ITA Professional Cook 3)
• Graduation with a certificate (or higher) from an accredited cooking course (e.g., Vancouver Community College, Malaspina College, Pacific Culinary Institute)
• Valid FoodSafe Certificate
• Demonstrated experience in commercial cooking and menu planning
• Experience in a large size restaurant or cafeteria
• Supervisory experience is an asset
• Ability to communicate with vendors via email and place food orders

Your application must include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 Professional References-names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last direct supervisors/managers. Colleagues, friends, family are not accepted.
• A copy of your Work Permit or PR Card (if you are not a Canadian Citizen)

This posting is ongoing until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We do not notify unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application.

Applicants will be contacted directly if we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information.

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Additional Information:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email .