Cook

Air Inuit; Quebec; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP

Group insurance

3 weeks vacation

Telemedicine

EAP

Flight privileges

Retirement allowance

Discounts

Profit sharing

Performance pay

Job summary

Air Inuit in Nunavik seeks a kitchen professional to manage daily food service, meal preparation, inventory, and hygiene compliance for employees. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming workspace and support the team on operational needs.

The role is rotational (3 weeks on, 3 off) with potential travel to Montreal or Nunavik sites. Food safety knowledge and bilingualism (French/English) are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Secondary education or equivalent.
• Vocational diploma in cooking (DEP) preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant kitchen experience.
• Food handler or MAPAQ hygiene training is a plus.
• Functional bilingualism French/English; Inuktitut an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food service and meal preparation.
• Manage inventory and supply of groceries.
• Ensure hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Maintain kitchen premises and equipment.
• Support and guide junior staff when needed.
• Ensure customer and employee satisfaction.

Skills

French-English bilingual

Food preparation

Inventory management

Education

Secondary 4 or equivalent

DEP in cooking

Job description

WHY JOIN AIR INUIT

Every day, something extraordinary happens in the skies above Nunavik. At Air Inuit, we’re not just flying planes, we’re connecting communities, delivering essentials, and making a meaningful impact. We’re looking for dedicated individuals ready to take their careers to new heights. If you're driven by purpose and motivated by challenge, your journey starts here.

About Us

Since 1978, Air Inuit is more than just an airline, it is a lifeline. Born from the vision and resilience of the Inuit of Nunavik, and proudly owned through the Makivvik Corporation, Air Inuit has connected communities across the vast, breathtaking expanse of Northern Quebec and beyond. Air Inuit’s aircraft have sailed through some of the world’s most challenging skies, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From the versatile Twin Otter to the powerful Boeing 737-800NG, a fleet of over 35 aircraft carries not just passengers and cargo, but stories, hopes, and essential services to the people of the Nunavik. Behind every flight is a team of over 1,300 dedicated professionals and each one committed to a shared mission: to operate with safety, reliability, and heart. Air Inuit is more than transportation, it’s a symbol of self-determination, a bridge between tradition and progress, and a testament to what’s possible when a community takes flight together.

Role Overview

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the smooth daily operation of the food service, including meal preparation, inventory management, and grocery supply. They ensure the quality of service provided to employees, compliance with hygiene, health and safety standards, as well as the proper maintenance of the premises and equipment. Through their professionalism and organizational skills, they contribute to creating an efficient, safe, and welcoming work environment, while supporting the team according to operational needs.

THE ROLE IN DEPTH

• Ensure inventory management and supply of groceries (food, dietary needs, maintenance needs);
• Ensure verification, rotation and storage of merchandise and limit losses;
• Cook meals during service hours for employees;
• Ensure customer and service satisfaction;
• Ensure proper maintenance of kitchen premises and equipment;
• Know, apply and enforce applicable regulations (WHMIS, MAPAQ, CNESST);
• Support and guide less experienced employees assigned to the work team;
• Serve meals with courtesy and professionalism; Comply with food specifications;
• Perform all other tasks required by the company.
• Support the team and department according to operational needs.

What Sets You Apart

• Secondary 4 or equivalent experience;
• Vocational diploma (DEP) in cooking or equivalent;
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years relevant kitchen experience;
• Training as a food handler or hygiene manager (MAPAQ), an asset;
• Functional bilingualism French/English, Inuktituk an asset;
• Ability to prepare a variety of meals for 20 to 50 people;
• Punctual, autonomous, organized and reliable;
• Willing to work atypical hours;
• Able to accept and adapt to unforeseen circumstances;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• The candidate will be considered as having no specific background and will travel throughout Nunavik;
• Be able to lift heavy loads (maximum 50 lbs) occasionally;
• Current driver's license.

Compensation

• Salary and benefits are determined according to company policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Rotational position – 3 weeks of work followed by 3 weeks off.
• If the position cannot be filled locally, airfare from Montreal, room and board is included.

Benefits Offered

• Plan for your future with our Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• Take care of yourself and your eligible dependents with comprehensive group insurance (life, medical and dental care, short- and long-term disability) fully paid by Air Inuit.
• Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation (6%) to recharge.
• Get quick, easy access to healthcare professionals through our telemedicine program (for you and your eligible dependents).
• Access confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy worldwide flight privileges through our agreements with multiple airlines.
• Plan your retirement with peace of mind through our retirement allowance program.
• And even more perks: exclusive corporate discounts, profit sharing, and performance-based compensation programs.

CANDIDACY

Your next opportunity starts here:

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

Air Inuit is proud of our culture, which encourages diversity, equity and inclusion.

We believe in fair employment practices.

As such, all qualified candidates are considered for employment.

However, only those selected for the recruitment process will be contacted.

Air Inuit is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, Aboriginal people, people with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted for ease of reading and is not intended to be discriminatory.