ASSISTANT COOK/HELPER

Prince Albert Grand Council; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Assistant Cook to join their dedicated team. This role involves assisting in meal preparation, ensuring food safety, and maintaining a clean dining environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong respect for First Nations cultures and values, along with proven experience in food preparation. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of clients while offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about food service and community support, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation and sanitation in residential food services.
• Fluency in English; First Nations language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing nutritionally balanced meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation

Communication

Time Management

Cultural Awareness

First Aid/CPR

Knowledge of Addiction

Education

Grade 10

Food Safety Certificate

Two Years Continuous Sobriety

Job description

The assistant cook role is to assist in preparing and cook meals for patients, following dietary needs and preferences while maintaining food safety and cleanliness of the Dining room area; work with the full-time cook of food services of YUASNI TIPI FAMILY TREATMENT CENTRE (Wednesday – Sunday) Subject to Personnel Policies and Procedures of Prince Albert Grand Council and Yuasni Tipi Family Treatment Centre Operational Manual).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for assisting with the menu planning, preparation, serving attractive and nutritionally balanced meals according to the Canada Food Guide with special attention being given to the food preferences of First Nations and chemically dependent clients.
• Assist in preparing a variety of meals and dishes, including main courses, side dishes, and snacks.
• Assist in ensuring food is fresh, safe, and prepared according to established standards.
• Assist in ensuring that food purchases are of high quality and purchased at an economical cost.
• Ensure the Dining area is clean, organized and safe.
• Ensure coffee, tea and supplies are maintained and provided.
• Assist to ensure kitchen door closed and locked.
• Reports any malfunction of Dining equipment to the Cook.
• Responsible for the maintenance and sanitation of the dining room, refrigeration, and storage areas.

• Assist to ensure that all rooms where freezers and food storage rooms are kept locked.

May assist with setting up and overseeing buffets or other food service Yuasni events.

• Provides a warm, homelike environment for the clients and offers positive support to clients whenever possible and reporting any concerns related to client’s behaviors or difficulties to Cook.
• May be required to work shifts, including early mornings, days, evenings, and weekends.
• Attends all staff meetings and other sessions.
• May be required to wear protective clothing and equipment when handling infectious waste or blood/body fluids.
• Participate in in-service and other training sessions related to food preparation, kitchen supervision and equipment operation as recommended by Supervisor.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Has a good working knowledge and respect for all First Nations and Aboriginal cultures, values, spirituality, and cultural methods.
• Participates in cultural, recreational and community activities related to the Centre, as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Two (2) years continuous sobriety/abstainer if required by organizational policy.
• Fluency in English a requirement, fluency in a First Nations language of the Prince Albert Grand Council area an asset.
• Proven experience in food preparation, sanitation in residential food services.
• Minimum Grade 10
• A minimum of two (2) years work experience Food Preparation.
• Food Safety Certificate.
• Organization and time management.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Certificate in St. John’s First Aid/CPR.
• Able to communicate and relate well with people and families.
• Knowledge and understanding of alcohol and drug addiction is an asset.
• Valid Saskatchewan driver’s license.
  
  

Deadline: Friday May 16^th, 2025

Yuasni Tipi Family Treatment Centre is situated on the Wahpeton Dakota First Nation IR 94B, home to the Dakota people. We recognize the path of truth and reconciliation and are committed to building an inclusively diverse, and culturally responsive workforce. If you are interested in applying for the job description above, please submit a complete application including acover letter, resume, and three (3) work or school-related references. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include email address (applicants will be contacted through email)

Karen Timmerman, Director of Human Services
Prince Albert Grand Council
Box 2350
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 6Z1
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]