Posting Date: August 19, 2026

Start Date: October 9, 2026

End Date: June 25, 2027

www.fgca.ca

- Open until suitable candidate is

found The Fairfield Gonzales Community Association (FGCA) is recruiting for an independent, organized and team-oriented Community Dinner Chef. The chef will work with the FGCA Community Development team to plan and organize monthly meals at Queer Community Dinner. This is an 8-dinner contracted position with hours ranging between 8-

15 hours per month. The chef will be responsible for meal preparation (grocery shopping,

chopping & cutting), managing food prep volunteers, and report directly to the Community

Development Manager.

Compensation and schedule:

- $353.75 per dinner
- Schedule: 4th Friday of each month (October-June, except December)

o October 23, November 27, January 22, February 26, March 26, April 23, May 28, June 25

Program Details:

- Location: Garry Oak Room and Corrine’s Kitchen (1335 Thurlow Rd.)
- Queer Community Dinner is a monthly gathering where we welcome all queer and

trans folks in our community to join us for a nutritious meal, meet neighbours,



and connect with one another in an intentional and inclusive space. Meals are by- donation and on first-come-first-serve basis. Queer, trans, and allies welcome!

Requirements: Responsibilities:

- Must be available each dinner date • Meal planning and preparation
- Valid Food Safe Certification • Shopping for groceries
- Previous Kitchen Experience • Lead cooking volunteers
- Previous experience cooking for • Keep track of budget and expenses large groups (70-80 people) • Keep track of program inventory in

Corrine’s Kitchen

- Excellent communication and • Coordinate with Community organizational skills Development team

- Ability to work as a part of a team
- Ability to work independently
- Highly reliable

Shortlisted individuals can expect the following stages of recruitment: 1. Apply by emailing resume & cover letter to [email protected]

- In-person interview

1. Check references & certifications
2. In-person meet & greet with the team & facility tour

3. Offer of contract

📌 Community Dinner Chef - Queer Community Dinners (Victoria)
🏢 Fairfield Gonzales Community Association
📍 Victoria