Traditional Food Practices Specialist

2 months ago

Agassiz, Canada Seabird Island Band Full time

**Position Summary**

Seabird Island is committed to integrating traditional foods into our programs, services, and events. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values First Nations food knowledge and traditions, including hunting, gathering, and preserving. We are seeking a Traditional Food Practices Specialist to join our team, working collaboratively to enhance our food services.

Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, the Traditional Food Practices Specialist is responsible for integrating traditional foods and practices within the food services and catering operations at Seabird Island. This role involves supporting current cooks across multiple departments, implementing traditional foods into their menus, and developing programming, events, and training for both the cooks and the
community. The Specialist ensures the provision of food services is conducted in a fiscally responsible manner, supporting internal and external events, working with events, administration, and finance division teams.

The Specialist plays a crucial role in promoting the well-being of our community and staff through the preparation and delivery of home-cooked meals and cultural meal preparations. This position oversees the Food Services team, ensuring staff are fully informed and compliant with all food regulations and best practices. By enabling staff to achieve their goals. The Specialist works collaboratively with Directors to ensure seamless delivery of services within the Food Services division, promoting a culturally informed and inclusive approach to food services management.

**Benefits and perks**
- Extended health and dental benefits,
- Accrued vacation and sick time,
- Pension plan with matching employer contributions,
- Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement,
- Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team,
- Equitable hourly rates.

**What You Bring**
- Two (2) year Diploma in Hospitality, Food Services Management, Business Management, Commerce, or Accounting from a recognized educational institution (an asset). We also recognize and value cultural knowledge and experience gained through other forms of education and training, including teachings from Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
- Culinary School Diploma/Certificate. Journeyman Red Seal certification in a related trade (an asset).
- Serving it Right and Food Safe Level 2 certification.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, including roles such as line cook, sous chef, or head chef within a First Nations community.

**Preferred**:

- Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.
- Proven experience in preparing and integrating traditional First Nations foods and culinary techniques.
- Experience in developing culinary programs or training materials, preferably in a community or educational setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
- Ability to develop strategic work plans incorporating seasonal traditional food practices.
- Knowledge of food cost management, budgeting, and inventory control to minimize waste and maximize resource use.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills with the ability to mentor and train kitchen staff and community members in traditional food practices.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Experience managing competing priorities and complex schedules.
- Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.
- Excellent writing, editing, verbal communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams), with advanced understanding of Excel.

**Cultural Competency**:

- Deep understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, contemporary issues and traditional foods.
- Genuine interest and enthusiasm for preserving and promoting traditional First Nations culinary practices.
- Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its impacts on First Nations peoples and communities.

**What You'll Do**

**Management**
- Provide overall leadership to the Food Services division, including management of direct reports:

- Work planning, scheduling, payroll processing and assessment of staffing need.
- Employee management: leaves, hiring/promotion, staff development, coaching/mentoring, and performance management.
- Train, evaluate, and manage performance of food services staff.
- Evaluating the program to ensure appropriate quality and effective use of resources.
- Promote shared team goals and collaboration among members.
- Foster a positive working environment, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Ensure staff are informed and compliant with all relevant regulations and policies.

**Food Services**
- Develop and

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