The Assistant Cook Trainee will work under the direction of the Chief Atahm School. The Assistant is responsible for aiding the Cook in the preparation of quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. The Assistant Cook trainee works in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. The Assistant must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace and follow all safety procedures.
Eligible participants are First Nations youth ordinarily resident on reserve, in recognized communities or on community lands. Eligible participants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and must be between the ages of 15 to 30 at the start of the program’s activities. Mentored work placements are for youth who are not in school, unemployed, or underemployed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Adams Lake Indian Band policies and procedures
- Assist in preparation and cooking of food on a regular basis, for special guests and functions
- Ensuring high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety
- Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills
- Ensures quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to standards and procedures
- Supports the compost program
- Performs other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Food Safe certification is an asset
- Excellent interpersonal skills and fluent communication skills in English
- Must possess a passion for food and developing knowledge of all cooking methods
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing for long periods of time cooking or serving
Working in kitchen familiar of potential hazards
WORKING CONDITIONS
The majority of work is performed indoors in a kitchen setting. Hours may vary.
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE
Stove, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, kitchen utensils
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must be between the ages of 15 to 30 at the start of the program’s activities
Must not be in school, and be either unemployed, or underemployed
BONE FIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS
Current Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector clearance, with results acceptable to ALIB.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Fixed Term Position starting October 5, 2026 and ending April 2, 2027
Wage offered will be $20.00 per hour
Hours per week: up to 60 hours biweekly (max 30 hrs./week)
Competition closes September 27, 2026 at midnight, Pacific Time.
All interested candidates are asked to submit a detailed cover letter and resume with references to: https://workforcenow.adp.com/recruitment/alib
Preference may be given to qualified ALIB band members and individuals who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit, or Indigenous ancestry. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. If you have any questions about the position, difficulties applying, or require an accommodation during the selection process, which is available upon request, please contact us either via telephone at: 250-679-2214 or email: [email protected]
Although we acknowledge all those interested in the position, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
