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​We are currently hiring for the following roles:
- Assistant Cook
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Please submit your resume and cover letter to Lindsay Krahn, Community Development Manager: lindsay@growcflc.com
Community Service Worker - GROW Market Assistant
Market Assistant Overview:
The GROW Market Assistant is an 8-week, full-time (35-hours per week) contract position based at the GROW Community Food Literacy Centre, reporting to the Program Manager. This role is pivotal in delivering our "GROW-on-the-GO" Mobile Market and low-cost market programs. We are seeking a compassionate, resourceful candidate to support our mission to mitigate food insecurity and promote food literacy.
Hours: 35 hours per week, for 8-weeks
Pay Rate: $17.60 hourly
Key Responsibilities:
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Facilitate equitable food access by assisting in the daily operations of the GROW Market and Mobile Market.
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Engage with diverse program participants using a trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally competent approach.
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Process transactions (cash/non-cash) and manage inventory data to ensure accurate reporting on community needs.
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Maintain high standards of hygiene and organization within the market and mobile truck to ensure a dignified shopping experience.
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Assist leadership in identifying opportunities to streamline processes and better serve marginalized community members.
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Support community outreach strategies to increase engagement among target demographics.
Preferred Skills:
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Strong interpersonal skills with a passion for social justice, equity, and food security. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, understanding the intersectionality of poverty and food access. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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Physical ability to lift 40 lbs+ and assist with market set-up.
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Who can Apply?
The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Learn more about the program..
To apply for this job, you must:
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Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
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Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
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Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.
Important: You can apply to multiple jobs, but you can only work one full-time job funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program at a time.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Lindsay Krahn, Community Development Manager: lindsay@growcflc.com
Kitchen Helper - GROW Assistant Baker
Assistant Baker Overview: The Assistant Baker is an 8-week, full-time (35-hours per week) contract position based at the GROW Community Food Literacy Centre, reporting to the Program Manager. This role is designed to provide the youth participant with hands-on culinary skills while deepening their understanding of food literacy as a tool for social change. The candidate will assist in preparing dignified, nutritious meals for community members, many of whom face systemic barriers to food access, specifically vulnerable populations and single-parent households.
Hours: 35 hours per week, for 8-weeks
Pay Rate: $17.60 hourly
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist in the preparation and service of high-quality baked goods, adhering to strict food safety and nutritional guidelines.
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Support the delivery of food literacy programming aimed at empowering community members with culinary skills, baking techniques.
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Maintain a professional, sanitary, and welcoming kitchen /baking environment.
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Participate in food rescue and sorting operations to minimize waste and maximize community benefit.
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Engage with volunteers and community members to foster a supportive and inclusive kitchen atmosphere.
Preferred Skills:
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Interest in culinary arts, nutrition, or community food systems.
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Understanding of the social and cultural contexts of program users (including BIPOC and single-parent families).
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Experience in a commercial kitchen/bakery is an asset.
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Valid Safe Food Handler’s Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
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Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
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Physical ability to lift 40 lbs+.
Who can Apply?
The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Learn more about the program..
To apply for this job, you must:
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Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
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Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
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Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.
Important: You can apply to multiple jobs, but you can only work one full-time job funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program at a time.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Lindsay Krahn, Community Development Manager: lindsay@growcflc.com
Kitchen Helper - GROW Assistant Cook
Assistant Baker Overview: The Assistant Cook is an 8-week, full-time (35-hours per week) contract position based at the GROW Community Food Literacy Centre, reporting to the Program Manager. This role is designed to provide the youth participant with hands-on culinary skills while deepening their understanding of food literacy as a tool for social change. The candidate will assist in preparing dignified, nutritious meals for community members, many of whom face systemic barriers to food access, specifically vulnerable populations and single-parent households.
Hours: 35 hours per week, for 8-weeks
Pay Rate: $17.60 hourly
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist in the preparation and service of high-quality food products, adhering to strict food safety and nutritional guidelines.
-
Support the delivery of food literacy programming aimed at empowering community members with culinary skills, cooking techniques.
-
Maintain a professional, sanitary, and welcoming kitchen /baking environment.
-
Participate in food rescue and sorting operations to minimize waste and maximize community benefit.
-
Engage with volunteers and community members to foster a supportive and inclusive kitchen atmosphere.
Preferred Skills:
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Interest in culinary arts, nutrition, or community food systems.
-
Understanding of the social and cultural contexts of program users (including BIPOC and single-parent families).
-
Experience in a commercial kitchen/bakery is an asset.
-
Valid Safe Food Handler’s Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
-
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
-
Physical ability to lift 40 lbs+.
Who can Apply?
The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Learn more about the program..
To apply for this job, you must:
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Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
-
Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
-
Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.
Important: You can apply to multiple jobs, but you can only work one full-time job funded by the Canada Summer Jobs program at a time.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Lindsay Krahn, Community Development Manager: lindsay@growcflc.com