Cook

Employment Group

CUPE

Position Number

00495

Division

VP Administration and Finance

Department

Cafeteria

Campus

Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

regular part-time

Workload

35 hours per week, 32 weeks per year. Seasonal break dates to be confirmed annually: Fall reading week (November), Winter break (2 weeks), Spring reading week (February), Summer break (16 weeks).

Pay Level

CUPE 5: $27.78 per hour

Appointment Start Date

30-Aug-2026

Additional Information

Position schedule, until notified otherwise, will be Thursday - Monday, with Tuesday and Wednesday off.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference

Posted Date

14-May-2026

Closing Date

10-Jun-2026

Job Reference

2948

Duties:

We are looking for an energetic and creative Cook to prepare delicious dishes in our Cafeteria. Cooks prepare meals, monitors food levels, ensures all food is of high quality and provides service to the Campus Community.

The ideal candidate would have excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be willing to take direction and follow guidelines provided as well as adhere to all health and safety requirements. Under the direction of the kitchen supervisor or shift lead, the Cook will prepare food as per the daily task list and Food Safety Guidelines as outlined in the duties below.

Duties:

• Cook all food in various cooking methods including appetizers, entrees and desserts
• Ensure meals are prepared and served within the designated meal period while interacting with Customers
• Train new cooks and prep cooks on specific tasks as assigned
• Provide creative menu suggestions to the Kitchen Supervisor
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes/ pots, cleaning work stations/kitchen as needed, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Monitor station inventory levels and adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Ensure that all food is of high quality and meets our standards
• Follow recipes and established cooking techniques to ensure consistency.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure that all meals and food items are prepared and served promptly
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

One-year Culinary Arts Certificate Program and a minimum of 3 years of experience. A combination of experience and education may be considered.

• FoodSafe certificate
• Exceptional culinary skills and ability to follow recipes utilizing a variety of cooking techniques
• Knowledge and previous experience using all standard kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of all health and safety regulations for proper food handling, storage and serving
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail
• Friendly disposition when interacting with customers
• Ability to stay calm and stay positive under pressure
• A team player with good communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 30 KG

Preferred Qualifications:

• Red Seal Certification

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.