Job Order Detail

Description

Under the supervision of the Professional Chef, the Front-line Cook is responsible for:

-Providing nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with Canadas Food Guide every day
-Expert knowledge of various cooking methods and procedures
-Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
-Able to withstand long hours of standing, bending, and moving around
-Ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and order
-Baking fresh goods for the children such as bannock, buns, cakes and cookies
-Maintaining the household budget and ensuring that purchases are within range
-Ensuring that all domestic supplies are locked in a secure area and away from reach of children
-Discussing with the youth and staff the importance of food safety and nutrition

QUALIFICATIONS:
-Completed a Culinary Arts Red Seal or Journey Person designation and three years of related experience the professional culinary industry or related work experience.
-Training and/or experience in cooking for an institution; Experience in menu development
-Commitment to protect and advocate on behalf of PBCN children, and to work with families in crisis
-Knowledge of the Woodland Cree culture and language and the political and social objectives of First Nations generally and PBCN in particular
-Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays
-A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
-Must provide proof of training (degrees, certificates and diplomas)
-Satisfactory letters of reference
-Persons of First Nation ancestry are encouraged to apply
-Demonstrated healthy lifestyle through role modeling