Kitchen Helper

Nanaimo Foodshare is seeking an organized, adaptable, and experienced

Kitchen Worker
to help out in our kitchen.
Our small commercial kitchen prepares nutritious lunches and snacks for programs and special events while serving as a hub for cooking classes, workshops, and community food initiatives. If you're passionate about healthy food, , and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do
As Kitchen Helper , you'll participate in our daily kitchen operations and assist us to help it run safely and efficiently.
• Participate in the day-to-day operation of the Nanaimo Foodshare kitchen
• Maintain FoodSafe standards and contribute to a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Help to manage food and kitchen inventory and coordinate supply purchases
• Contribute creative ideas to the preparation and delivery of creative, nutritious lunches within budgets.

What You'll Bring
• Interest in community food security
• Familiarity with nutrition, meal planning, and safe food handling
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen setting
• A calm, positive, and enthusiastic demeanor
• Dependability, and adaptability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence (or higher)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Why Join Nanaimo Foodshare?
At Nanaimo Foodshare, we believe everyone deserves access to healthy food. Since 1997, we've been building food skills, supporting local food systems, and creating opportunities for people to connect through food.
Join a passionate team that's making a meaningful difference in the community every day.
Nanaimo Foodshare is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
*Apply through Indeed. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Casual dress
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
• French not required
Application question(s):
• Do you live in Nanaimo?
• Are you allowed to legally work in Canada over the long term?
Licence/Certification:
• Driving Licence (Class 5 or higher; not an L or N) (preferred)
Work Location: In person