Cook Grill Worker
Requisition ID: 46360
Organization
Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.
With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.
Main Purpose and Function
Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation is looking for professional and experienced Cook/Grill Workers to work at one of our three professional City Golf Courses. Reporting to the Clubhouse Coordinator, the Cook/Grill Worker engages in the preparation of a variety of a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner meals whichinclude banquet and buffet functions.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
The Cook Grill Worker is responsible for preparing light meals and short orders from an established menu. Working in a team environment the successful candidate must adhere to the principles of proper food handling, preparation and storage, prepare various foods including vegetables, meats, soups, salads and baking by following standardized recipes and methods as determined by their direct supervisor. Additionally they may be required to handle cash at times, in order to assist with covering breaks and shift overlaps. The Cook/Grill Worker will be responsible for the plating and presentation of food to specifications and cooking for a varying number of guests during peak and non-peak times providing consistent results. Maintaining a clean kitchen, the Cook/Grill Worker is responsible for following hourly, daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules, and performing other related tasks such as washing dishes, pots, pans, storage areas and floors as required. The successful candidate will be able to provide exemplary customer service to all patrons and ensure compliance of liquor licensing regulations at all times. Candidates must be able to work a variety of days and shifts that include evenings and weekends. This is an Auxiliary position until October 2026, with possibility of extension
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- High school education preferred
- Valid Food Safe Certification is required
- Valid Serving it Right certification is an asset
- Experience with preparing and cooking a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner meals
- Experience cooking for banquet or buffet events
- Experience working in a similar unionized Food and Beverage team environment is desired
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to operate, maintain, and clean, standard cooking and kitchen equipment
- Working knowledge of health hazards in food preparation and service
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 kg
- Ability to provide exemplary customer service
Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks
Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual
Position Start Date: July, 2026
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-012: $27.65 to $32.41 per hour
Number of positions: Multiple
Application Close: June 21, 2026
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).More about unceded traditional territories
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