Position Title:    HAISLA CULTURE CAMP COOK

Reports to:        Manager, Culture & Language 

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Culture & Language, the Haisla Culture Camp Cook is responsible for the safe, efficient and organized operation of the Haisla Nation culture camp kitchen. This includes preparing ingredients, adhering to the menu, cooking meals, cleaning the kitchen environment, and following food health and safety procedures. The Cook ensures that menu items are of high quality and distributed in a timely fashion.

This is a seasonal position with 2 openings.

Organizational Status

The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit. We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 2023+ people, with approximately 700 living in Kitamaat Village. We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years, and it remains the focus of all we do.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for keeping an updated inventory of food and supplies.
• Organize and plan preparation of food according to posted menu for 30 to 40 people.
• Responsible for teaching Haisla youth cultural food preparation and preservation.
• Carry out food purchase and preparation of meals within the allotted budget and timeline.
• Prepare ingredients for the day, including washing, chopping and seasoning meat, vegetables, etc.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to nutritional standards with other kitchen staff.
• Plan and/or prepare meals and snacks in advance for the following day while adhering to Food Safe standards and requirements.
• Store and dispose of any food properly.
• Ensure sufficient stock and inventory of food, supplies, and equipment.
• Participate in the cleaning of the kitchen environment (e.g., dishes, laundry, cleaning, sweeping and mopping, appliances, cupboards). 
• Maintain cooking equipment and report on defective equipment. 
• Follow health and safety regulations.
• Ensure that food is distributed in high quality and in a timely fashion.

• Perform other tasks within scope of position as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Food Safe certification is required.
• Valid First Aid certification is required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with camp staff.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Responsible Adult Certification is required, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Valid BC driver’s license and own vehicle is an asset.
• Satisfactory completion of criminal records check (with vulnerable sector screening if relevant).

Salary Range: $1,200.00 per week

Closing Date: Will remain open until all positions are fulfilled 

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.