Cook - Watson Lake Community Hospital - Casual Period

Position: Cook 1 - Watson Lake Community Hospital - Casual Specific Period
Location: Southeastern Yukon (Watson Lake)

Casual Specific Period – 1.0 FTE
July 24, 2026 to November 15, 2026

This position is at the L03 level with an hourly pay range of $30.82 - $39.00

(PSAC Bargaining Unit)
Reporting to the Support Services Supervisor, Watson Lake Community Hospital, the incumbent prepares and cooks meals for patients/residents/customers according to prescribed departmental policies and procedures.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

Thorough knowledge of Food Safety practices

Knowledge of Institutional Cooking methods and practices

Knowledge of Basic Nutrition and Therapeutic Diets

Knowledge of Sanitation & Occupational Health and Safety Practices

Strong organization and time management skills

Good problem solving skills

Good interpersonal and communications skills (both oral and written)

Demonstrated skills in working with diverse populations

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to demonstrate initiative and take action within scope of practice

Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity

The successful applicant will have a Cooking Diploma/Certificate (minimum 1 year course length), two (2) years of institutional and/or healthcare cooking experience, Food Safe 1 certificate, and a valid class 5 Yukon drivers’ license. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.

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