Kitchen Manager, JUMP! Canada

JUMP! Foundation; 100 Mile House; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead food services for youth programs at a beautiful wilderness site. This role involves planning healthy meals, managing kitchen operations, and mentoring staff while ensuring a positive impact on young people's lives. The Kitchen Manager will thrive in a supportive community, enjoying a flexible work environment that allows for remote work and time spent in nature. If you are dedicated to creating transformative outdoor experiences and fostering a sense of community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Room and board provided

Access to a supportive community

Qualifications

• Experience in large group meal preparation and kitchen management.
• FOODSAFE and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for youth programs.
• Manage food inventory and budget effectively.

Skills

Meal Planning

Food Preparation

Resource Management

Budget Management

Relationship Management

Leadership

Education

FOODSAFE Level 1 Certification

Occupational First Aid Level 1 or Standard First Aid

1+ years experience in kitchen management

Job description

Position: Kitchen Manager, JUMP! Canada

Department: Programs

Location: 100 Mile House, British Columbia

Reports To: Program Director, JUMP! Canada

Duration: May 12th, 2025 to August 31st, 2025

Application Deadline: Open (Rolling Applications)

OUR VISION FOR THIS ROLE:

JUMP! Canada is looking for a dynamic, passionate, and hardworking Kitchen Manager to support all food and nutrition related systems for programs for youth at our wilderness site near 100 Mile House, BC.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Meal Planning: Plan nutritious and healthy meals and snacks during all program and prep days. Plan alternative menu options for people with dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Food Preparation: Prepare meals for up to 60 people in an off grid kitchen system (commercial propane stove and running water).
• Resource Management: Track food inventory, file orders with grocery suppliers, do local grocery shopping.
• Budget Management: Monitor food budget and track food related expenses and kitchen equipment needs.
• Relationship Management: Communicate positively with vendors, local community partners, health authority inspectors, participants, staff and volunteers.
• Leadership: Direct, supervise, and mentor facilitators, kitchen assistants, and volunteers when they are assisting in the kitchen. Act as Incident Commander in a kitchen or food emergency.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• FOODSAFE Level 1 Certification
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 or Standard First Aid
• 1+ years experience (or equivalent) in large group meal preparation and kitchen management
• Familiarity and experience in remote wilderness living.

BENEFITS:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people by facilitating transformative outdoor experiences
• Flexible work environment with the ability to work remotely and spend time in nature
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Professional development opportunities, including training in outdoor leadership and risk management.
• Access to a supportive community of fellow outdoor enthusiasts and educators
• Room and board provided, allowing for a seamless transition into the camp lifestyle and fostering a sense of community among staff members.

CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

Program staff live and work on site at our beautiful remote base camp, 20km west of 100 Mile House in the Cariboo region.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit and upload the following information via the relevant link on the JUMP! Foundation’s Recruitment Portal.

1. CV / Resume
2. Letter of Motivation
3. A 5-minute video or audio recording with your response to each of the following three prompts:
   1. Tell us about a significant achievement of yours.
   2. Tell us about a personal or professional failure and what you learned from it
   3. How will working at the JUMP! Foundation give you a sense of purpose?
4. Provide 3 Professional References (Name, Title, Email, and Phone Number)

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

At the JUMP! Foundation, we prioritize child safety and require all applicants to adhere to our Child Protection Policy.

ABOUT THE JUMP! FOUNDATION:

The JUMP! Foundation is a non-profit organization that believes in inspiring, empowering, and engaging youth through collaborative and innovative experiential learning programs.