Position Summary
Cook | Support Services
Reports to: Manager (or designate)
Interior Health is seeking a Cook to join our Support Services team at Castlegar District Hospital in Castlegar, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job
Cook
• Performs duties related to the preparation and cooking of food items.
• Portioning and serving food.
• Washing, and cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils, and designated cooking/workstations.
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be days and nights rotating from 06:50 to 15:00, 06:50 to 14:50 hours.
About this Location
Nestled in the heart of the West Kootenays, Castlegar is a picturesque town surrounded by mountains, rivers, and forests, and a haven for outdoor enthusiasts with activities like hiking, biking, skiing, and kayaking right at your doorstep. Nearby resorts such as Red Mountain and Whitewater offer world-class skiing in the winter, while the Columbia & Western Railway Trail is perfect for summer adventures.
The town’s vibrant arts scene, local cafes, and craft breweries add to its charm, while events like the Castlegar & District Fall Fair and Festival of Lights create a welcoming community atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills or a peaceful, small-town lifestyle, Castlegar offers the perfect balance of both in a stunning natural setting.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in quantity cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
*Employer support for BC PNP application is not an entitlement of, or guaranteed with, employment.*
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.