Cook - Temporary

Cook Temporary Internal Posting ONLY Posting Date: August 12, 2026 Closing Date: August 26, 2026 Posting # 2026064 Hours Beginning September 3, 2026, to June 18, 2027 Full time 37.5 hours a week. Salary Wage per hour $27.89 per hour. This is a bargaining unit position, in the Professional Employees Association. All candidates must be legally able to work in Canada. Summary St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is Western Canada’s only girl-centered, independent day and boarding school located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the unceded traditional territories of the Esquimalt Nations, Songhees Nations, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations. Founded in 1908, SMS is an international centre for girl-centered learning and leadership development, providing empowering education for girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (boarding grades 7–12). St. Margaret’s School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Diploma Program. St. Margaret’s School is seeking a dynamic and experienced Kitchen Cook for our very busy Dining Hall, working as part of a team of dedicated individuals whose combined focus is to provide a variety of healthy and tasty meals for the SMS community. This is a very important role within the culinary team at St. Margaret’s School. Working closely with the Kitchen Manager, each cook develops menu plans, tracks the use of supplies and produce ensuring timely re-stocking of needed items. You will also oversee the Food Services Assistant’s preparation of foods in accordance with generally prescribed standards and have considerable independence in actual food preparation, yet also work as part of a unit to ensure the food served at each meal is balanced nutritionally, flavours are unified, and that each meal prepared meets the correct amount needed for each meal serving. Core Competencies Integrity & Trust Service Orientation Adaptability Innovation Resilience Professional Knowledge Communication & Collaboration Duties and Responsibilities Prepares and cooks a variety of entrees, soups, sauces, vegetables and other foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner for students, staff, and visitors Bakes a variety of products such as cookies, squares, pies, cakes, bread, and buns Anticipates and performs preparatory work for the meals of the day and for following days Operates food production equipment such as mixers, ovens, choppers, slicers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fryers, and broilers Assists in cleaning and maintaining kitchen, storage areas, equipment, utensils, and knives Menu planning in conjunction with the Food Service Director Prepares meals as per the menu Prepares catering items for the school during special events Assists with serving meals and replenishes hot/cold food items as needed Ensures that the kitchen and dining areas are kept clean by storing supplies, cleaning the steam line, clean machines after each use, wash floors, checks all other areas for cleanliness Assists with any school functions which require the serving of food such as staff meetings or events Ensure the food served meets all dietary needs and is aware of all or any food allergies Performs related duties as required Required Education & Experience Successful completion of a Red Seal cooking program preferred Minimum 2 years’ demonstrated experience in a Cook position Level 1 and 11 Food Safe Certificates Grade 12; Level 3 Cooks Certificate (10 months) Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Advanced knife skills Understanding recipes and their variations to enhance taste and food presentation Availability for morning, afternoon, and weekend shifts Ability to undertake independence of action in determining the quality/quantity of food to make and in providing variations of recipes Knowledge of and ability to utilize various kitchen utensils and equipment Manual dexterity required to use kitchen tools and machines Ability to speak and read English and communicate effectively Ability to work collaborative as a member of a team Able to take direction; and also work independently as well as a member of a team Ability to establish good relationships and interact positively with all staff, faculty, and students Positive role model to all members of the St. Margaret’s community Adhere to the SMS Code of Conduct, Acceptable Use of Technology Policy, and Respectful Workplace Policy, and abide by all SAGE polices Actively support the vision, mission, and values of our school Work Conditions Fast paced environment Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and lifting. Must be able to properly lift and carry objects weighing 20 pounds or less, frequently; 35 pounds or less, occasionally; and 50 pounds or more, rarely; with the highest point of any lift being overhead and the lowest point of any lift being the floor Must be able to sit, stand or walk four hours continuously, up to eight hours per day, and able to remain on feet for entire shift. Repetitive movements while performing duties including the ability to push/pull objects with moderate effort occasionally. Other Information Uniforms are provided Meals are provided during each shift The campus is conveniently located close to bus routes and Lochside trail Access to school gym & weight room Valued Benefits A career with St. Margaret’s School will offer you the opportunity to be part of dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment. This position is located on the school campus, with access to rapid transit, on-site gym, and other amenities. St. Margaret's School emphasizes a dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion across living, learning, and work environments. The school aims to have its workforce mirror the diversity of students and the community. Actively encouraging applications from groups facing historical or current equity barriers, the institution is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. Employees needing employment support, technical aids, or accommodations, are encouraged to contact Human Resources [email protected]. Interested candidates are invited to submit an application package, including a covering letter, curriculum vitae and professional references, through Bamboo HR. Questions email [email protected].

The cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of meals for students and staff while ensuring nutritional balance and dietary compliance. They also manage menu planning, inventory tracking, and maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and equipment operation.

Candidates must have at least 2 years of cooking experience and hold Level 1 and 11 Food Safe Certificates. A Red Seal cooking program completion is preferred, along with a Grade 12 diploma and a Level 3 Cooks Certificate.

• Uniforms provided • Meals provided • Access to school gym • Access to weight room

• Time managementPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• CookingPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cooking
• Menu planning
• Food safety
• Knife skills
• Baking
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Inventory management
• Team collaboration
• Dietary awareness
• Food preparation
• Catering
• Sanitation
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Time management
• Menu Planning
• Meal Service
• Food Plating And Presentation
• Atlassian Bamboo
• Deep Fryers
• Resilience
• Allergology
• Cleanliness
• Customer Service
• Food Services
• Food Preparation
• Grinding Machine
• Innovation
• Leadership Development
• Fine Motor Skills
• Production Equipment
• Boarding School
• Knife Skills

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

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week