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Job summary

The cook will prepare and serve nutritious meals for students and staff while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. They will work collaboratively with the food services team to ensure efficient meal service and proper food handling according to safety standards.

Job details

Temporary Part-Time Cook Queen Margaret’s School – Duncan, BC Part-Time | Temporary Leave Coverage Queen Margaret’s School (QMS) is seeking a reliable, experienced, and team-oriented Cook to join our Food Services team on a temporary, part-time basis. This position is providing coverage for an employee on leave. The leave is expected to be extended, and there is currently no confirmed end date. The successful candidate should therefore be comfortable with a temporary assignment that may continue for a significant period of time. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing quality food, working as part of a supportive team, and contributing to a welcoming school community. About the Role As a Cook at QMS, you will help prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals for students and staff while supporting the safe, efficient, and welcoming operation of our kitchen and dining services. Working alongside other members of the Food Services team, you will contribute to meal preparation, food safety, cleanliness, and the day-to-day needs of a busy school kitchen. Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals according to established menus and recipes Assist with food preparation for regular meal service, special events, and other school activities Ensure food is prepared, handled, stored, and served in accordance with food safety standards Support dietary requirements and food allergy protocols as directed Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work area Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and kitchen supplies Monitor food quality, portioning, and presentation Help minimize food waste and use ingredients efficiently Work collaboratively with Food Services colleagues to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule Assist with cleaning and other kitchen duties as needed Contribute to a positive, respectful, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and colleagues What You Bring The ideal candidate will be dependable, flexible, and comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment. You take pride in your work, communicate well with others, and understand that great food service is about both the meals we prepare and the people we serve. Qualifications and attributes may include: Previous cooking or commercial kitchen experience FoodSafe certification, or willingness to obtain it Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen procedures Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities A positive, professional, and collaborative approach Ability to perform the physical requirements of kitchen work, including standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen supplies and equipment Experience in a school, institutional, catering, or high-volume food service environment is an asset About Queen Margaret’s School Founded in 1921 by Miss Norah Denny and Miss Dorothy Geoghegan, Queen Margaret’s School has a long history and commitment to quality education. Located on 30 picturesque acres in Duncan on Vancouver Island, QMS serves more than 525 students of all genders from Preschool through Grade 12, including students from approximately 25 countries. Our diverse community creates a welcoming environment that encourages learning, personal growth, character, and connection. The character, tone, and spirit of our school depend on the people who make up our community. Every employee at QMS plays a role in creating an environment where students feel supported, cared for, and able to thrive. Why Work at QMS? Depending on eligibility, QMS employees may have access to: Enhanced holiday entitlements RRSP Matching Plan Group Benefits Program Medical and dental insurance Life and travel insurance Employee and Family Assistance Program Tuition discount Additional perks include: Free parking Professional development opportunities Fitness Centre access Subsidized lunches

What you’ll do

The cook will prepare and serve nutritious meals for students and staff while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. They will work collaboratively with the food services team to ensure efficient meal service and proper food handling according to safety standards.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have previous commercial kitchen experience and possess or be willing to obtain FoodSafe certification. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are essential.

Benefits

• Enhanced holiday entitlements • RRSP Matching Plan • Group Benefits Program • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Travel insurance • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Tuition discount • Free parking • Professional development opportunities • Fitness Centre access • Subsidized lunches

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cooking
• Food preparation
• Food safety
• Sanitation
• Kitchen procedures
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Menu planning
• Portion control
• Food storage
• Customer service
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Meal Planning And Preparation
• Productivity Improvement
• Quality Management Systems
• Cleanliness
• Food Services
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Preschool Education
• Time Management
• Team Oriented

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Education
• Hospitality
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant