Culinary Program Assistant

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF

Position: Culinary Program Assistant

Posting Number: SY2627-PA-002

Term of Employment: 10-Month Term (September 9, 2026 – June 29, 2027)

Hours/Day/FTE: 5.6 Hours/Day

Wage/Salary: $27.03/Hour

Final date to receive applications: 4:00 PM on Thursday, July 30, 2026

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for a Culinary Program Assistant to join our team of professionals at Carihi Secondary School who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About the Role

The Culinary Program Assistant reports to the School Administrator and takes day-to-day direction and guidance from the culinary teacher. This role works in collaboration with the student support team and will provide general care, supervision and assistance to students, some with diverse needs. The Culinary Program Assistant supports and participates in culinary and baking activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in the delivery of food service instructional programs, reinforcing students safe and efficient methods of food preparation and distribution.
• Performs food prep tasks – demonstrating techniques to follow recipes, weighing and measuring food, using appropriate terminology, and exercising knife skills.
• Provides general supervision to students participating in the culinary program.
• Develops relationships with students; provides encouragement, advice, and assistance regarding life skills, direction, and preparation.
• Set up and storage of culinary equipment and activities.
• General facility and equipment preparation, and cleanup.
• Facilitates and encourages positive social interactions with students, staff, and in the community.
• Ensures the safety of large student groups by reiterating rules and following protocols.
• Safely work with various kitchen tools, appliances, equipment and transport vehicles.
• Maintains healthy and safe work practices in accordance with the School District Guidelines.
• Protects and respects the confidentiality of student information.
• Participates in staff meetings as requested.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned by the principal or designate.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma plus completion of Responsible Adult Course, or the completion of a course, or a combination of courses, of at least 20 hours duration in child development, guidance, health and safety, or nutrition.
• A minimum of 1 year of recent experience working with youth and children.
• Demonstrated experience with culinary, baking and pastry arts.
• BC Food Safe Level 1 or equivalent.
• Demonstrated evidence of strong communication skills (verbal, written and electronic formats) using tact, discretion, and diplomacy, while maintaining confidentiality in matters related to the school district.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with colleagues, parents, and children.
• Ability to use judgement to select appropriate courses of action within the limits of established methods and procedures.
• Ability to effectively interact and establish positive rapport with students.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work proactively…