Northern Health·Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Assist cooks with food preparation including blending, grinding, slicing, and preparing salads, vegetables, sandwiches, and portioning desserts.
Measure and combine food and beverage ingredients.
Set up and portion patient trays and/or resident meals, including therapeutic diet items, according to nutrition care plans.
Check patient trays to ensure accuracy.
Prepare items such as tea, coffee, and toast.
Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and perform general cleaning.
Serve staff meals.
Oversee collection and receipt of cash for items purchased, which may include punching meal tickets
We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Food Service Worker to fill a Casual position at the St. John Hospital. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, and working within the scope of Northern Health (NH) Regional Policies and Processes, the NH Regional Food Safety Plan and the NH Regional Food Sanitation Plan, this position assists the Cooks, blending, grinding, slicing, preparing salads, vegetables, sandwiches, and portioning desserts, measuring and combining food and beverage ingredients. Sets up and portions, with accuracy, patient trays and / or resident meals including therapeutic diet items according to nutrition care plans. Check patient trays to ensure accuracy. Prepares items such as tea, coffee and toast. Washes dishes, pots, pans, utensils and performs general cleaning. Serves staff meals and oversees the collection and receipt of cash for items purchased which may include punching meal tickets. Qualfications
Grade 10 with one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment. Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through St. John Hospital Community: Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Vanderhoof More about Northern Health Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC. What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions. Important Application Information Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
Program certificates or diplomas.
High school, college, or university transcripts.
Cover letter and resume (recommended). International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
Grade 10 with one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize work.
Ability to operate related equipment
Market context
Food Service Worker II roles in British Columbia are often in steady demand across healthcare and institutional settings, where reliable meal service supports daily operations. Competition can be strong because employers look for recent related experience, clear communication, good organization, and the physical ability to handle the work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show practical food service experience and teamwork.