We are Community Leaders:
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a nonprofit, community based; Indigenous-led human services organization that provides a range of Indigenous identified programs and services that focus on the wholeness, wellness and that builds on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous People.
The Opportunity:
Velma’s House is an Indigenous led, low-barrier safe space for women and gender diverse folks who are unsheltered, experiencing sexual exploitation or gender based violence. Under the direction of the Kitchen Lead, the Kitchen Helper will assist in meal preparation, ordering and taking inventory of groceries, food storage and safety, as well as menu planning and meal distribution and tracking. Our safe space serves a place of comfort, connection, and safety, with an emphasis on meeting the immediate safety needs of those who need it most, when they need it most.
What You Will Be Doing…
- Walking alongside relatives that are accessing Velma’s House with respect, care, and anticipation that each participant’s needs will be diverse and unique
- Ensuring safe food handling, preparation and storage of items
- Sorting and preparing ingredients, assist in meal planning
- Cooking an assortment of healthy meals for large groups
- Assembling and tracking food hampers
- Sanitizing and cleaning kitchen prep area, dishes, and appliances
- Managing supplies, including tracking stock inventory
- Communicating effectively, both verbally and written
- Fostering participant relationships
- Utilizing harm reduction principles and trauma informed care
- Demonstrating understanding of issues impacting the 2SLGBTQ+ community, with a commitment to equality
- Demonstrating knowledge on confidentially policies and procedures
Who You Are:
- Knowledgeable on food safety standards and practices
- Team player who is able to work safely and collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Experienced in planning, organizing, and cooking healthy meals for large groups
- Understand issues related to mental health, gender based violence, problematic substance use, and sexual exploitation
- Commitment to cultural reclamation practices and Indigenous Ways of Being
- Understand harm reduction principles and trauma informed care
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion; including issues impacting the 2SLGBTQ+ community
You Have…
- 1-2 years of experience working in a kitchen or hospitality industry
- Must be able to safely lift 50+ lbs.
- Current Food Handlers Certificate
- Satisfactory completion of recent (as of the last 6 months) Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a vehicle are considered assets;
We are Proud to Offer:
- Competitive Salaries and Shift Premiums
- Comprehensive and Immediate Benefits including Health and Dental
- Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Employer Contributed RRSP; up to 5% match
- Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health
- Cultural Ways of Being; Mino Pimatisiwin Lodge, Knowledge Keepers and Kookums, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, smudging on-site;
- 12 Wellness Days, in addition to Vacation Days for full time employees;
- Work-life balance and casual dress;
- Training and Development opportunities;
- Free on-site parking;
- Social Planning Committee that facilitates employee appreciation and wellness events;
To Apply:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this posting with salary expectations.
Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity; candidates are strongly encouraged to self-declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.
Please forward your cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.
101-1065 Portage
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8
Email: [email protected]
Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
