Community Food Centre Assistant

Lilwat Nation; Mount Currie; In loco; CAD 30.000 - 39.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

The Lilwat Nation is seeking a Community Food Centre Assistant to join its Community Development team in Mount Currie. This regular part-time role (25 hours/week) supports meals, food skill programming, and day-to-day food centre operations.

The job requires a Food Safe certification, kitchen experience, and flexibility for evenings/weekends. You will help with food prep, serving meals, maintaining a clean kitchen, and assisting with garden tasks while fostering a friendly, safe space for

Competenze

• Food Safe certification required or willing to obtain.
• 1–2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Must be able to supply a clear criminal record check.

Mansioni

• Assist in the delivery of community meals and food programming.
• Support daily Food Centre operations and participants.
• Prepare basic ingredients and set up tables and cooking stations.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and safe; wash dishes.
• Assist with garden tasks and delivery organization as needed.
• Create a welcoming, respectful space for community members.

Conoscenze

Food safety certification

Food preservation

Kitchen experience

Evening & weekend availability

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Criminal record check

Social media skills (asset)

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Title: Community Food Centre Assistant

Department: Community Development

Status: Regular Part Time (25 hours per week)

Pay grid: Salary Range 1 ($29,718.00 to $39,000.00 per year)

Reporting to: Community Food Centre Coordinator

Summary of Duties:

Under the direction of the Community Food Centre Coordinator, the Community Food Centre Assistant will aid in the delivery of food programming, supporting participants, and maintaining the daily operations of the Food Centre.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Assist in the delivery of community meals.
• Assist in the delivery of food skills and food preservation programming.
• Help the Food Centre with daily food programs and community meals.
• Assist with basic food preparation such as washing, cutting, and organizing ingredients.
• Help set up tables, cooking stations, and supplies before programs and clean up afterward.
• Welcome community members and help create a friendly and respectful space.
• Support participants during cooking and gardening activities when needed.
• Help serve food during community meals.
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen areas to keep the space tidy and safe.
• Put away food deliveries and organize shelves and storage areas.
• Let the Coordinator know when supplies are running low.
• Help with basic garden tasks such as watering, planting, and general clean-up.
• Follow safe food handling and health and safety guidelines.
• Report any concerns or issues to the Supervisor/ Manager.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Experience and Attributes:

• Valid Food Safe certification, or willingness to acquire.
• Food preservation experience is an asset.
• 1-2 years of experience working in a commercial kitchen environment is an asset.
• Must be capable of working in a busy kitchen environment – standing for long periods, some heavy lifting involved (50 pounds).
• Must be available to work some evening and weekend shifts.
• Strong communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong social media skills an asset.
• Must be able to supply a clear criminal record check to work with children & vulnerable adults.