Cook - Aboriginal Head Start

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) delivers programs and services through a lens of reconciliation, as we have been doing since the inception of the PGNFC for the past 50+ years.

• A key component of this journey is ensuring the voices of each person is heard and included in our trauma informed and culturally dynamic approach;
• this perspective is critical to reconciliation. We respect and honour people's stories as they share their experiences, perspectives, and beliefs in the direction we are taking as an organization;

we view this as a strengths-based process, where we build upon the multitude and diversity of existing strengths.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre

We are a dynamic and compassionate team facilitating individual, family, and community growth, well-being, and mutual understanding through the "power of friendship".

Join our Aboriginal Head Start Team as a :

Cook (full time)

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) is looking to hire a full time Cook for our Aboriginal Head Start Preschool Program which promotes and teaches the Carrier language and traditions.

You will working with a team of Early Childhood Educators and will be reporting to the Program Coordinator.

You will be responsible for p reparing a five-week rotating menu for the children that meets the PGNFC Head Start Childcare Planning Protocol and ensure all regulations are met (Licensing, Health Inspections, etc.).

Ideally you will have :

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR
• Up-to-date immunizations or equivalent in accordance with local public health and Child Care Early Years Act
• Current Safe Food Handler Certificate
• Availability requirements : Monday to Friday 30 hours per week
• Knowledge of children's nutritional requirements according to Canada's Food Guide
• Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills with families, staff and Elders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift-up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), and participate in physical activities
• Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset and understanding and implementation of Canada and Indigenous Food Guides
• Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code
• Ability to undergo a successful Criminal Record Check (CRC)
• Salary Range $22.05 to $23.00 per hour

To apply for this position please visit our website at to submit a resume and cover letter before November 29, 2024.

Prince George Native Friendship Centre