Temporary Part-Time Cook

Temporary Part-Time Cook

• Queen Margaret’s School – Duncan, BC
• Part-Time | Temporary Leave Coverage

Queen Margaret’s School (QMS) is seeking a reliable, experienced, and team-oriented Cook to join our Food Services team on a temporary, part-time basis.

This position is providing coverage for an employee on leave. The leave is expected to be extended, and there is currently no confirmed end date. The successful candidate should therefore be comfortable with a temporary assignment that may continue for a significant period of time.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys preparing quality food, working as part of a supportive team, and contributing to a welcoming school community.

About the Role

As a Cook at QMS, you will help prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals for students and staff while supporting the safe, efficient, and welcoming operation of our kitchen and dining services.

Working alongside other members of the Food Services team, you will contribute to meal preparation, food safety, cleanliness, and the day-to-day needs of a busy school kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals according to established menus and recipes

Assist with food preparation for regular meal service, special events, and other school activities

Ensure food is prepared, handled, stored, and served in accordance with food safety standards

Support dietary requirements and food allergy protocols as directed

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and work area

Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and kitchen supplies

Monitor food quality, portioning, and presentation

Help minimize food waste and use ingredients efficiently

Work collaboratively with Food Services colleagues to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule

Assist with cleaning and other kitchen duties as needed

Contribute to a positive, respectful, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and colleagues

What You Bring

The ideal candidate will be dependable, flexible, and comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment. You take pride in your work, communicate well with others, and understand that great food service is about both the meals we prepare and the people we serve.

Qualifications and attributes may include:

Previous cooking or commercial kitchen experience

FoodSafe certification, or willingness to obtain it

Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen procedures

Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities

A positive, professional, and collaborative approach

Ability to perform the physical requirements of kitchen work, including standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen supplies and equipment

Experience in a school, institutional, catering, or high-volume food service environment is an asset

About Queen Margaret’s School

Founded in 1921 by Miss Norah Denny and Miss Dorothy Geoghegan, Queen Margaret’s School has a long history and commitment to quality education.

Located on 30 picturesque acres in Duncan on Vancouver Island, QMS serves more than 525 students of all genders from Preschool through Grade 12, including students from approximately 25 countries. Our diverse community creates a welcoming environment that encourages learning, personal growth, character, and connection.

The character, tone, and spirit of our school depend on the people who make up our community. Every employee at QMS plays a role in creating an environment where students feel supported, cared for, and able to thrive.

Why Work at QMS?

Depending on eligibility, QMS employees may have access to:

Enhanced holiday entitlements

RRSP Matching Plan

Group Benefits Program

Medical and dental insurance

Life and travel insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Tuition discount

Additional perks include:

Free parking

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Centre access

Subsidized lunches