Cook
Lookout Housing and Health
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
About
Date: Feb 17, 2026
Location: North Vancouver, BC, CA
Company: Lookout Housing and Health Society
Employment Status
Casual
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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
Location
North Shore Housing Centre, North Vancouver
Days and Hours of work
7 days a week, day, afternoon/evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays
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
Night premium will be given to staff that work 50% or more of their shift between 00:00-08:00 Hours
Salary
$ 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.
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 17th March, 2026 at 5:00pm
"All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9." Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.
ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.
c. BCGEU, Shop Steward
Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.
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Languages
- English
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