Cook

Overview

Posting Date : October 15, 2025

Closing Date : open until filled

Hours / week : varies

Schedule : varies

How to apply : Online through ICCS Career Center

Classification : Cook

Grid Level : 9

This position is open to all qualified Applicants. This position requires union membership.

Organizational Focus

Since 1989, Island Crisis Care Society has operated with a missional heart to support the most vulnerable in our community; to meet individuals in need, where they are and without judgement and aim to restore hope, dignity, and community connections in meaningful ways. While we continue to grow with new and innovative programs that seek to meet the diverse needs of those we serve, we remain faithful to our founding mission to “Provide shelter and care to those in need, reflecting the love of God in loving one another”.

Within our large team of front line, management, and administrative staff, we seek to develop the core values of care, compassion and heart found in the faith-centered roots of our organization by building an inclusive team that reflects our diverse community so that we can serve those in need in relevant and meaningful ways.

Position Purpose

As a key member of the program team, the Cook works under the direction of the Food Services Coordinator to provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks to program participants. This work contributes in a meaningful way to the ICCS mission to, “Provide shelter and care to those in need”.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with the Food Services Coordinator to develop a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu plan in accordance with accepted nutritional guidelines such as Canada’s Food Guide for Healthy Eating and the individual dietary needs of the clients.
• Prepares, cooks and serves meals and snacks, including those for special dietary needs and special occasions, in accordance with safety and health standards and the menu plan.
• Oversees the operation of the eating and cooking facilities and equipment and ensures their cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews the meal preparation needs of the organization. Purchases equipment to meet those needs within approved budget limits. Maintains an inventory of all related equipment.
• Purchases and orders food items necessary for the preparation of meals. Ensures that purchases are within approved budget limits. Maintains an inventory of food and other related items. Stores food items.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

Training and Experience

Competencies

Core Competencies

Specialized Competencies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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