Cook

Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.caLocation Parkway ShelterDays and Hours of work Tuesday through Saturday Shift times will be 1030 - 1830 Hours Shifts are 7.5 hours in length Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews Salary $27.17 - 28.97 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)Job Summary The Cook reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. The Cook prepares, cooks, and serves daily meals and is responsible for ensuring availability of food and beverages for guests. Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in eating and prep areas. This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face.Job Duties Prepare, cook, and serve daily meals, snacks and beverages Ensure availability of food for guests after hours Maintain high standard of cleanliness throughout kitchen, dining, storage areas and equipment Work with and oversee kitchen volunteers Follow set menu and itemize supplies required Will organize and complete required work in a safe, clean and friendly environment Some shopping may occur Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted. 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 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 A minimum two (2) years of sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector Closing Date Applications will be accepted until August 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm

The cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving daily meals while maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas. They will also oversee kitchen volunteers and ensure that food and beverage supplies are adequately stocked.

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education, a Cooking Diploma, and at least two years of relevant experience. Additionally, a current FOODSAFE certificate and Occupational First Aid Level 1 are required.

• TeamworkPreferred
• First AidPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• CookingPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cooking
• Menu Planning
• Food Safety
• Kitchen Management
• Inventory Management
• Cost Analysis
• First Aid
• Crisis Intervention
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Health And Safety Compliance
• Cleaning
• Support Services
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Self-Motivation
• Quick Learning
• Cleanliness

• Food & Beverage
• Social Services
• Hospitality
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 21, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week