Cook

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel expenses when invited for assessment.

You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational Certification) for the initial screening through your resume and in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this advertisement. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). For this advertisement, applicants will be required to provide information which is only accessible when applying on-line (namely the job questionnaire).

To submit an application on-line, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.

Persons with a disability preventing them from applying on-line should contact us at 1-800-645-5605.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions within the Department of National Defence. Location, linguistic and security profiles and/or requirements as well as tenures (term, indeterminate, casual) may vary according to the position being staffed.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Occupational Certification:
Possession of a valid Journeyperson Interprovincial Certification (Red Seal)
or
Canadian Forces Qualification Level 5 Military Cook trade certificate

Experience:
E1 - *Recent and **Significant experience as a cook in an institutional, industrial or commercial food service establishment.

*Recent is defined as experience normally acquired within approximately the last 5 years.
** Significant experience is defined as experience acquired relevant to the duties for a period of approximately 2 years in the last 5 years.

For supervisory positions:
E2 - *Recent and **Significant experience as a supervisor in an institutional, commercial or industrial food environment.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Asset Qualifications:
AQ1 - Experience supervising a food services work team of more than 10 employees
AQ2 - Experience with the rules and regulations related to Food Services internal policies as published in the Standing Operation Procedures (SOP) specific to the hiring location

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
English Essential, bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB or other)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
K1 - Knowledge of the Food Safety Code of Practice intended for the Canadian Food Service Industry as per the Canadian Restaurant Food Association
K2 - Knowledge of culinary terms and techniques
K3 - Knowledge of preparation and cooking methods for food products

Core Competencies:
CC1 – Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
CC2 – Thinking Things Through
CC3 – Working Effectively With Others
CC4 – Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented

Abilities and Skills:
A1 - Ability to communicate orally
A2 - Ability to communicate in writing
A3 - Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 kg in accordance with general safety practices

For supervisory positions:
A4 - Ability to supervise

Conditions of employment

Operational Requirements:
- Willing and able to work Shift Work including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Willing and able to work overtime

Conditions of Employment:
- Reliability clearance
- Willing and able to wear and/or utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety regulations
- Some positions may require to work shift work including evening, weekend and holidays

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

A written examination may be administered.

Interviews may be conducted.

Reference checks may be conducted.

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their educational credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.