Job Description

Wasoqopa'q First Nation (formerly Acadia First Nation) is governed as a custom band under the provisions of the Indian Act with established bylaws, policies and procedures. The First Nation's electoral system constitutes an election once every five (5) years with positions for one Chief and eight (8) councillors. Chief and Council elect, are the governing body responsible for making decisions for the overall health and well-being of communities, Elders, youth and families.

Wasoqopa'q First Nation is unique in its geographical composition, spread throughout the Southwestern regions of Nova Scotia spanning five counties from Yarmouth to Halifax, encompassing six (6) reserves - Yarmouth, Ponhook, Medway, Wildcat, Gold River, and Hammonds Plains, in both rural and urban settings. To support administration and business operations, Wasoqopa'q First Nation, with supporting staff, provides programs and services within two (2) Health Centres, a Youth Centre, two (2) Community Centres, six (6) administration offices, and six (6) business establishments, including economic development, education, employment, fishing, forestry, health, housing & maintenance, human resources, and social.

Wasoqopa'q First Nation owns and operates the Winner's One Stop Restaurant located in Yarmouth, NS. The restaurant is an upscale licensed sit-down restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, a take-out menu, with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options.

Position Overview and Objective

WFN is currently recruiting for a Cook, reporting to the Restaurant Manager, responsible for working as part of a team, in a fast-paced work environment to prepare quality food in accordance with the menu, to customers, with strict adherence to all health and safety regulations.

Essential Functions and Duties

Follows health, safety, and sanitation guidelines for the preparation and service of all menu items, specials and related products

Establishes daily cook stations (hot and or cold side) and stocks them with the necessary supplies to prepare menu for service

Prepares a variety of foods, grilling, frying, chopping, sauteing, broiling meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces and cold food items to standardized recipes

Takes inventory counts before and after shifts, completing daily and weekly food inventory or storage sheets

Estimates expected food consumption, based on demand and inventory counts to determine the requisition of supplies; may place orders for inventory

Maintains the work area throughout the shift, keeping preparation and service areas clean and sanitized in observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices

Adhere to all cost control guidelines that have been established, monitoring stock and utilizing products prior to expiration date to minimize waste

Ensures the highest standards to ensure consistency in food quality and speed of quality service

Establishes and maintains well stocked inventory of Your Winner's World C-Store, preparing and packaging products for sale

Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions. troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance, calling for repairs

Maintains daily temperature logs, checking freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment (and record in log) to ensure proper functioning

Creates signage for daily specials and or special occasions and events

Prepares orders for catering services

Adhere to all Wasoqopa'q First Nation (WFN) Policies, Procedures and Restaurant procedures

Other duties, training and activities related to the position, as required

Qualifications

Culinary arts diploma and or culinary skills certification from a recognized educational institution

Previous work experience in hospitality and or catering sector

Food Hygiene or Food Handlers Certification

WHMIS Certification is an asset

First Aid & CPR Certification is an asset

Occupational Health & Safety Certification is an asset

Criminal record check required upon hiring

Required Abilities, Skills and Competencies

Detail oriented and highly observant

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage a fast paced, highly stressful work environment

Demonstrated time management and organizational capabilities

A commitment to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

Working Conditions

Hours of work are expected to occur during pre-open and regular Restaurant hours of 6:00am to 8:00pm, seven (7) days a week (Shifts will be provided within this timeline)

There may be a requirement for working any shift including mornings, evenings, weekends, and certain holidays

A valid driver's license and or access to reliable transportation is required

There are instances of lifting heavy boxes at least up to 50 lb

Standing for an extended period of time

A great deal of time is spent working indoors in well maintained, heated/ventilated environment with modern and up-to-date equipment

Application Requirements

Submit Cover Letter and Resume to wos@acadiaband.ca Please quote WOSCOOK# on your cover letter and indicate your salary expectations for this position.

WFN appreciates the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. WFN does not assume candidate expenses related to this recruitment process.

In accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, if all qualifications are equal, preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal ancestry and if a Wasoqopa'q First Nation Band member.

Wasoqopa'q First Nation is committed to fostering a safe workplace that provides an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment, where employees are treated professionally and with dignity and respect. We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to ensuring equal opportunity and participation as part of the WFN team.

We are a community. We make a difference.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Vision care
Work Location: In person