Cook – HART Hub
New Position
3-year Full-Time Contract (possibility of extension pending funding)
Locations: Blind River, ON
Salary Range: $44,197-$48,295
Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in providing comprehensive primary health care within an inter-disciplinary team environment, Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.
Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners and the IFC in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services, and health promotion services.
The opportunity: An employee in this role will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals for clients and community programs delivered by Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services Inc. The role ensures food safety standards are met while providing meals that cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
The Cook works collaboratively with program staff to plan menus, support special events, and accommodate dietary needs.
What you need to bring with you:
- High School Diploma or
- Food Handler Certification (required).
- Culinary Arts or Nutrition Certificate/Diploma (preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of cooking experience in institutional or community
- Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and
- Knowledge and experience of Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing
- Excellent oral and written communication
- A clear criminal reference check is a condition of
- Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license
- Ability to prepare meals for groups of various
- Capable of accurately assessing the amount of food and other supplies
- Knowledge of nutrition and food safety
- Ability to maintain a clean and organized
- Ability to accommodate dietary needs with creativity and
- Strong interpersonal
- Excellent customer service
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Excellent organization and planning
- Excellent time management
- Ability to adapt to changing
- Ability to work within a team
- Ability to take initiative and work
- Ability to meet deadlines and administer multiple priorities in a fast-paced
- Ability to work flexible
- Ability to work with confidential and sensitive
Why Work with Us?
- Competitive Salary based on experience
- Paid Extended Health Benefits
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOP)
- Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays
- Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $3,200/Annual Budget
- Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, electronic medical record system, cell phone)
- All travel expenses covered
- Daytime hours of work 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
- Relocation expenses are negotiable
- High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
- Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
- 15 days of Personal Leave
What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur. Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request. An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.
Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references directly through our Bamboo HR link provided.
Posting Deadline: Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 @ 4:00 p.m.
Thank you to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
