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COOK I
@ Northern Health Authority
Smithers, British Columbia
Overview
Northern Health Authority is hiring a casual Cook I for Bulkley Lodge in Smithers, BC. The role prepares and cooks food, portions and serves meals, cleans kitchen equipment and work stations, and assigns tasks to food service workers. The posting requires graduation from a recognized 12-month cooking program or equivalent experience, and it offers benefits including extended health, dental and a municipal pension plan for casual employees who elect to pay for them.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook food items
- Portion and serve food
- Wash and clean kitchen equipment, utensils and cooking stations
- Assign tasks to food service workers
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from a recognized 12-month cooking program or equivalent
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to deal with others effectively
- Ability to organize work and operate related equipment
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Restaurant or kitchen |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Cooking |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Northern Health Authority
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Full company description
At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public health - Home and community care NH boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. Ditch the long commutes and have more time to spend doing what you love. Experience the diverse beauty of the Canadian landscape while taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities. From the Pacific Ocean to the Rocky Mountains to the prairies, there are a variety of urban, rural, and remote opportunities waiting for you! Northern Health acknowledges with gratitude that our work takes place on the territories of the Tlingit, Tahltan, Nisga’a, Gitxsan, Tsimshian, Haisla, Haida, Wet’suwet’en, Carrier (Dakelh), Tse'khene, Dane-zaa, Nihew (Cree), Saulteau, and Dene Peoples.
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,003
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,607
- Reported office locations
- 1, Prince George, BC V2L5B8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Health - BC
- Specialties
- Healthcare services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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At Northern Health, we build for the future. Acquiring and retaining high-quality talent is a high priority for our organization’s success. Northern Health (NH) covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres, offering health services to 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. Our services include: - Hospital care - Mental health and addictions - Public…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Prince George, BC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Healthcare services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 591 |
| View page |
We are currently looking for a hardworking and dedicated Cook to fill a Casual position at the Bulkley Lodge.
In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, and working within the scope of Regional Northern Health (NH) Policies and Processes, the NH Regional Food Safety Plan and the NH Regional Food Sanitation Plan, this position performs duties related to the preparation and cooking of food items; portioning and serving food, washing and cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils and designated cooking/work stations. Responsible for assigning tasks to designated Food Service Workers.
Qualfications
• Graduation from a recognized 12-month program in cooking or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of this position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Bulkley Lodge
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Smithers
More about Northern Health
Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
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