Cook

Apply By: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 11:59 pm EST
Cook Job ID: 243068
Posting Status: Open
Organization: Ministry of Education
Division: Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch
City: Milton
Position Language: English
Job Term: 1 Temporary Fixed Term, Part-Time (up to 20 hours per week, September to June recurring)
Job Code: 50214 - Cook 2
Salary: $25.62 - $27.70 Per hour*
*Salary is determined as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Competition # PDSB26-039

The Ministry of Education, through the Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch at the Milton Campus (Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf and Trillium Demonstration School), provides lodging programs for students that are dedicated to meeting the academic, personal, social, emotional, and developmental needs of children. Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your culinary expertise? If so, this position offers an engaging environment with a variety of responsibilities and rewarding challenges.

Do you have a background in preparing large volumes of hot meals using commercial cooking techniques and equipment? If you are an experienced Cook seeking a part-time weekday role, we encourage you to apply your cooking talents in this position, where your primary duties will involve preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious and appetizing meals.

About the Job
What will your responsibilities entail?
In this role, you will:
• Prepare a diverse selection of food using standard volume cooking methods, ensuring adherence to established menus, work schedules, and dietary guidelines.
• Keep the food service area, including equipment and utensils, clean and organized.
• Assist in receiving and stocking food supplies.
• Help with inventory management.
• Perform additional tasks related to the operation of a large school cafeteria.

What qualifications do you possess?
Knowledge and Experience:
• You have comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and storage procedures, along with the operation of kitchen equipment, typically acquired through a post-secondary culinary training program or relevant work experience.
• You possess a Food Handlers Certificate or are willing to obtain one.
• You have demonstrated experience with institutional cooking methods, especially in large volume production.
• You are knowledgeable about the use of commercial and institutional food preparation equipment.
• You understand nutritional principles that aid in menu development.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• You exhibit strong communication skills, with the ability to understand and follow both written and verbal directions.
• You can work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Physical Work:
• You are capable of working shifts and handling physically demanding tasks.

How We Promote Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome all interested applicants, including individuals with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized individuals, and those from various ethnic backgrounds, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. Our hiring practices are designed to be accessible, in accordance with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are actively engaged in removing barriers in our hiring processes and can provide accommodations for specific needs related to Code-protected grounds, such as disability, family status, and religion. For more information regarding accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to us.

Learn more about the initiatives the OPS is undertaking to foster an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible, and diverse workplace:
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Additional Information:
Apply by: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 11:59 pm EST
Position Details: 1 English Temporary - Part-Time, duration up to 10 months, 255 Ontario St S, Milton, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work Hours: Schedule 4.7
Category: Health and Social Services
Posted on: Friday, March 20, 2026

Note: Regarding security checks: A criminal record or other federal offence does not automatically disqualify you from this position. Each case is assessed based on the responsibilities associated with the role. If a check is required and you have lived outside Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more consecutive months, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you will need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country of your residence. Employment screening checks are conducted solely by the Transition and Security Office, which ensures confidentiality.

How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted using only one of the methods outlined below. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For assistance on creating an effective cover letter and resume, please refer to the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools, and Resources. Tailor your cover letter and resume to reflect the qualifications outlined in the job listing. Use specific examples to illustrate how you meet the requirements for this position. The information you provide is crucial for our evaluation. Be sure to include the Job ID number for this position. OPS employees should include their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

Send your application to: PSBjobs@ontario.ca and include Competition # PDSB26-039.

Language Requirements and Assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job postings are available in both English and French. Refer to the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for language requirements. All candidates are evaluated in English, which is the business language of the OPS. For bilingual positions (English/French), passing a French-language proficiency test will also be required.

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