Job Summary

The Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies invites applications for a qualified Program Assistant to join our Professional Cook program. Under the general direction of the Director, School of Trades, the Program Assistant will provide support to all programs in the Culinary Department.

The Assistant undertakes duties related to food storage and stock, program preparations, food safety requirements, lab cleanliness, student and staff support, inventories, cafeteria and dining room operations.

The Program Assistant provides ongoing support to culinary students and works under the daily guidance and direction of the culinary instructors.

Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 and Red Seal qualification – Cook.
• Three (3) years related experience, preferably in a post-secondary teaching environment.
• Food Safe Level 1 required.
• Good working knowledge of culinary tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Good manual dexterity and physical fitness sufficient for lifting product up to 25 kg.
• WHMIS certification required.
• Must possess practical fire training / extinguisher knowledge.
• Must be highly motivated, detail oriented, able to prioritize tasks and efficiently accomplish goals and objectives.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, superior time management and organizational skills are required.
• Able to work independently with multiple deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to problem solve and function effectively in a fast-paced diverse work environment.
• Basic computer proficiency required, including Microsoft Office Suite.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.