Family Well Being Cook

Inuuqatigiit Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Inuuqatigiit Centre in Ottawa, ON is seeking a Part-Time Family Well Being Cook to plan menus, shop for ingredients, and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children and families attending programming.

The role requires knowledge of Inuit dietary practices, Canada's Food Guide, and food safety training. You will supervise volunteers and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Inuit diet and food preparation.
• Knowledge of Canada’s Food Guide and nutritional needs of attendees.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan weekly menus for meals and snacks, reflecting Inuit traditions and dietary needs.
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies within the approved budget and reconcile receipts.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for programming.

Skills

Inuit diet knowledge

Canada’s Food Guide knowledge

Team collaboration

Valid driver’s license

Education

Food Handlers training

WHMIS training

First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Position # 2025-181

Position Title

Family Well Being Cook

Posting Date

November 19, 2025

Start Date

ASAP

Position Status

Part-Time, determined to March 31, 2026

Salary Range

Inuuqatigiit Centre offers a competitive wage and benefit package.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Family Well-being Manager, the FWB Program Cook will menu plan, shop for ingredients, and prepare nutritional daily meals and snacks for the children and families attending programming. This will be done in accordance with Canada's Food Guide and the Certified Food Handler Training.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan weekly menus for all meals and snacks which reflect Inuit cultural traditions and the needs of the children and families attending programming when possible. (e.g. allergies)
• Consult on trends, preferences and cultural requirements for meal planning with Manager and program staff
• Ensure menu planning always reflects the Canada's Food Guide
• Record menus on menu plan and post a copy in the kitchen
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies on a weekly basis in accordance with approved budget
• Promptly submit receipts to manager for reconciliation
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, equipment and materials
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for programming.
• Prepare snacks for special field trips scheduled during programming hours
• Support the program with all special events, meetings, etc. Keep up-to-date and informed about current development in food storage and preparation by adhering to Food Handler Certification
• Supervise and guide volunteers assisting with meal preparation and clean up
• Always Follow the Food Safety Checklist
• Ensure food/supplies are stored and prepared according to regulations of the Food
• Clean, sterilize and/or disinfect the kitchen area, all dishes and equipment daily and after food preparation
• Clean and sanitize stove, refrigerator, cupboards on quarterly basis or more often as required Prepare for annual health inspection
• Manage waste and recycling in kitchen area

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Prepare snacks and meals within daily schedules and time frames
• Demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in planning and preparing meals in keeping with in required daily deadlines
• Moderate physical activity associated with mean preparation (e.g. standing, carrying trays)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Develop supportive and professional rapport with Inuuqatigiit staff.
• Participate in problem-solving and conflict resolution when required.
• Foster positive relationships with participants using well known elements of relationship buildings (e.g. attentive listening, empathy, non-judgmental, etc.
• Assume leadership role in relation to food preparation and menus (i.e. safety, policies, legislation) Act as a positive role model to promote professional values and ethics within Inuuqatigiit and to youth and parents

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of Inuit diet and food preparation
• Knowledge of Canada's Food Guide, Indigenous Food Guide and nutritional needs of program attendees
• Knowledge of menu planning and sanitization process
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities
• Food Handlers training course from the City of Ottawa
• WHMIS training (or willingness to become trained)
• Minimum one-year experience working with Inuit or Indigenous community
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to become trained)

One-year food service/cooking experience

• Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies and Procedures

• Medical certification of good health
• TB Test if applicable and other immunizations up-to-date
• COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2)
• CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified)

Inuuqatigiit Centre is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of our Inuit community in Ottawa.

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

Job descriptions may be obtained by email or on the website.

Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

If you require specific accommodation, please contact the HR Department through the information provided above, so that we can make suitable arrangements with you.

When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is dependent upon funding approval.

We thank all who apply to this position.