Cook (Casual)

Union Gospel Mission (Vancouver)•Vancouver, BC

9d•CA$22 - CA$27•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a passionate cook with a heart for service and a talent for creating delicious, nutritious meals? Join us at our Vancouver location as a Cook, where you'll plan and prepare daily meals and snacks that meet both municipal health regulations and the high standards of Union Gospel Mission. You'll work alongside wonderful, eager, and energetic volunteers every day. With a trauma-informed approach, you'll raise awareness about the role of food in health and recovery while collaborating with our Manager of Kitchen Services and participating in strategic planning to support the residents of the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact through your culinary skills and compassion, apply now and be part of our dedicated team!

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized cooking/culinary school program.
Minimum two years cooking experience.
Food safe certification.
Basic computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Other combinations of lived experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for daily meals and snacks.
Meet meal guidelines as set out by the Kitchen Manager.
Rotate stock.
Organize and work with volunteers and residents of the Alcohol & Drug Recovery Program.
Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
Receive food donations and ensure adequate supplies of foodstuffs are on hand.
Shipping and receiving required when needed.
Adhere to all UGM published policies, practices and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.