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

For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including sending invitations for interviews and issuing assessment results). Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential and asset qualifications (i.e. Education and Experience) 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.

Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications noted in the Statement of Merit Criteria to be appointed to a position. A candidate may be appointed to a position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications or operational requirements. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, specified period, acting, casual, secondment or assignment).

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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.

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

English essential

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.
K4 - Knowledge to operate Food Service tools and equipment using safety practices and hygiene principles.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
CC1 - Communication (written and oral)
CC2 - Thinking Things Through
CC3 - Showing Initiative and Being Action oriented
CC4 - Working Effectively with Others
CC5 - Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
CC6 - Dependability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 kg in accordance with general safety practices.
• Willing and able to work overtime if required.
• Access to reliable and dependable transportation to report to work.

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

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.

If applicable, please identify the following on your application: substantive group and level; employment status; Personal Record Identifier (PRI).

Interviews may be conducted.

Applicants are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice and are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Accommodations: in order to ensure that you are assessed in a fair and equitable manner in the next stages, please advise us if you require accommodation measures.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; only candidates who will be considered further in this process may be contacted.

We thank all those who apply.

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.