Prep Cook

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. in Winnipeg invites applications for a Prep Cook. This full-time role runs 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

and supports menu planning, inventory management, and healthy meal preparation for youth in a culturally respectful Indigenous organization. The position requires at least 1 year of kitchen experience and a current Food Handlers Certification. Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to work under supervision are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Current Food Handlers Certification is required.
• Strong knowledge concerning the impact of colonization and cultural assimilation of Indigenous people.
• Proven capacity to effectively plan and implement programming.
• Demonstration of advanced interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a safe and supportive atmosphere within the kitchen, acting as a role model for healthy attitudes and positive relationships.
• Respect for and knowledge of traditional Indigenous culture, teachings, and ceremonies with capacity of integrating into daily wellness activities.
• Proven ability to work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning weekly menus reflecting a variety of healthy meals.
• Maintain inventory of food items, kitchen supplies and cleaning supplies.
• Assist with budgeting and purchasing groceries from wholesalers based on set menu.
• Prepare daily meals according to planned menus.
• Maintain health and safety standards in the kitchen through cleaning and proper labeling.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with youth.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a cooking program to educate youth on healthy eating.
• Follow Ndinawe policies and site procedures.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food handlers certification

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

English communication

Cultural awareness

Confidentiality

Planning and budgeting

Independent judgment

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Internet

Email

Job description

Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Internal & External Posting

Position:Prep Cook

Salary:$20.40 per hour

Days of Work:Vary

Classification:Full Time – 80 Hours Bi-weekly

Hours of Work: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Reports To:Food Services Coordinator

Closing Date:Open until filled

Specific Accountability:

• Assist with planning weekly menus which reflect a variety of healthy, nutritious meal options for breakfast, lunch, supper, and snacks.
• Assist with maintaining an inventory of food items, kitchen supplies and cleaning supplies.
• Assist with budgeting and purchasing groceries from wholesalers based on set menu.
• Assist with the preparation of daily meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Maintain health and safety standards within the kitchen, ensuring a daily routine of cleaning and sanitization, ensuring proper labeling and storage.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with youth based on trust, respect, and confidentiality.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a cooking program to educate youth on healthy eating.
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc. (Ndinawe) Personnel Policy and site-specific manual.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the job description as per personnel policies and procedures that align with the support and growth of Ndinawe.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Current Food Handlers Certification is required.
• Strong knowledge concerning the impact of colonization and cultural assimilation of Indigenous people.
• Proven capacity to effectively plan and implement programming.
• Demonstration of advanced interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a safe and supportive atmosphere within the kitchen, acting as a role model for healthy attitudes and positive relationships.
• Respect for and knowledge of traditional Indigenous culture, teachings, and ceremonies with capacity of integrating into daily wellness activities.
• Proven ability to work with a high degree of compassion, understanding and sensitivity.
• Strong ability to work under minimal supervision and act with a high degree of independent judgement, acting on a variety of matters as required.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in and contribute to a strong team environment with an inclusive and collaborative approach.
• Proven ability to work in a stressful and changing work environment.
• Capacity to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism, confidentiality, and respect.
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated commitment to continual learning and improvement through the incorporation of reflective work-based learning approaches.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
• Proficient computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Internet, E-mail.
• Subject to Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License.
• Valid Level C CPR/1st Aid - this is required prior to starting employment.

As an Indigenous organization preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as being First Nations, Métis, or Inuit. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected to an interview will be contacted.