Nitr’inkè-in Shi’ Hǫzǫ Tr’ëtä’àl (Nutrition Program) Coordinator

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government; Dawson City; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Yukon seeks a Nutrition Program Coordinator to manage meal programs and promote food security for families with children. The role includes coordinating meal operations and advocating for traditional food practices. Candidates should have program coordination experience and knowledge of culinary arts. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community wellness and support Indigenous practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of grade 12 or equivalent with culinary arts coursework and program coordination experience.
• Experience managing budgets, meal plans, and food orders.
• Experience supervising staff and promoting a positive team environment.
• Experience preparing balanced meals for children, including special dietary needs.
• Coordinated high daily meal output (150+) in a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation and delivery of the Nutrition Program.
• Manage the operation of meal programs at the school.
• Support teaching traditional food preparation and nutrition.
• Oversee kitchen staff and administration duties.

Skills

Culinary arts program coursework

Experience in program coordination

Budget management

Supervising staff

Meal preparation for children and youth

High daily meal output coordination

Health and safety standards

Knowledge of local and traditional foods

Education

Minimum grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO THE CITIZENS

Competition #: 2025-10-001

Nitr’inke-in Shi’ Hǫzǫ Tr’ëtä’àl (Nutrition Program) Coordinator - Term

Department: Education

Location: Tr’ondek Hwech’in Offices – Dawson, YT

Posting Date: October 9, 2025

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75

Start Date: Immediately

End Date: One (1) year from start date

Salary: Level 7 Step 1 ($3,410.25 bi-weekly)

Closing Date: October 22, 2025 – 4:00 pm (YST)

Reporting to the Hätr’unotän Zho Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating the preparation, delivery and administrative functions of the Nutrition Program. The Nutrition Program delivers programs and services related to food and nutrition for TH families with children (18 years of age or under) residing in the Traditional Territory. When possible, limited services are offered for TH families residing elsewhere.

The incumbent manages the delivery of TH’s breakfast and lunch program at the Robert Service School (RSS), the Hamper Program, food supports for cultural programs delivered by the Education Department, and promotes and advocates for the value and use of traditional and local foods, food security and food sustainability. The incumbent supports Department staff in teaching Dënezhu-informed knowledge and ways regarding nutrition, food preparation and preservation, feasting, and the traditional role that food plays in strengthening our community. The incumbent also supports the development of a community service program in support of food security within the Traditional Territory. The position supervises kitchen staff, oversees meal planning, budgets, food and supply orders, and performs related administrative duties.

An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term, or auxiliary on-call vacancies within the same department and classification based on organizational needs by selecting the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.

If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of grade 12 or equivalent, with course work in culinary arts or a related program, and significant experience in program coordination and administration. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Experience managing budgets and completing financial paperwork, inventories, menu plans and food orders and funding reports.
• Experience supervising staff and providing direction, setting clear expectations and promoting a positive team environment.
• Experience preparing nutritional, balanced and appealing meals for children and youth, including those with special dietary needs.
• Experience coordinating high daily meal output (150+ meals per day) in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Experience coordinating, preparing, and delivering feasts and meals at large gatherings.
• Knowledge of, and experience implementing, health and safety standards and regulations related to the food service industry, including Food Safe and Environmental Health requirements.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, local and traditional foods and their role in promoting community wellness.

Assets:

• Camp cooking experience, especially in remote settings with limited equipment and access to water and power, is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Dënezhu principles and values associated with food, including proper gathering, preparation, serving, and ceremonial practices and the cultural importance of food and nutrition (an asset).
• Knowledge of sustainable food practices including recycling, composting, and minimizing food waste (an asset).
• Experience facilitating workshops and leading learning opportunities (an asset).

Conditions of Employment

• Criminal records check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clear driver’s abstract (an asset).
• Standard First Aid, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire date.
• Food Safe, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire date.
• TH101 Cultural Awareness training.

A detailed job description is available upon request.

Apply online at: https://www.trondek.ca/work-with-us/job-board/

Phone: [phone]. Send inquiries to: [e-mail]

Physical Location: 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

“To work together, to speak with one voice and to serve Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Citizens in the pursuit of a strong, healthy, and united future.”