Position: Food Preparation Worker/Cook Term: Permanent Part-Time Department: Head Start Family Resource Centre Division: Life Long Learning

Salary: Competitive salary range Hours: 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., must be flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which may include evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays Posting Date: October 6, 2026 Closing Date: October 20, 2026, at 4:30p.m. Job Summary The

Food Preparation Worker/Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children, families, staff, and special events within the Head Start Family Resource Centre. This role plays an important part in supporting a welcoming, inclusive, and family-centred environment by ensuring food is prepared safely, served appropriately, and responsive to the cultural, dietary, and nutritional needs of program participants.

The Food Preparation Worker/Cook is responsible for all aspects of daily food service operations, including menu planning, food preparation, grocery purchasing, inventory management, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment. Working in accordance with Canada’s Food Guide, public health regulations, and food safety standards, the successful candidate ensures high-quality food service while supporting the health and well-being of children and families.

This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with program staff to support daily programming, meetings, and community events.



Through the preparation of healthy meals and snacks and the maintenance of a secure and efficient kitchen, the Food Preparation Worker/Cook contributes to positive experiences and meaningful engagement for all participants.

Education

- Post-Secondary Certificate or Diploma in Food Services is considered an asset.
- A valid Safe Food Handler certificate is required.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.

Experience

- Minimum one (1) year of experience preparing and serving food in a commercial kitchen, food service, childcare, school, healthcare, hospitality, or community-based setting.
- Experience planning menus, ordering supplies, maintaining food inventory, and following food safety and sanitation standards.
- Experience accommodating dietary restrictions, food allergies, and cultural food preferences is considered an asset.
- Valid Class “G” driver’s license and use of company vehicle is required.

Mandatory Documentation With Application

- A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application.
- Resume

Requirements Prior To Starting Employment

- The successful candidate must submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.




- The successful candidate must submit a copy of their immunization record.
- The successful candidate must submit a copy of valid Class “G” driver’s license and a driver abstract (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
- The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Please submit all mandatory documents electronically to [email protected] or 2212-A Elm Avenue, Southwold, Ontario, N0L 2G0.

- Late applications will not be accepted.
- We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Oneida Nation of the Thames gives hiring preference to qualified First Nation applicants, with first preference to qualified Oneida Nation of the Thames members. Applicants wishing to be considered under this preference are encouraged to self-identify in their application.
- Oneida Nation of the Thames is guided by Skʌnʌ́ Teyukwalihwayenawakhuti “We will work together in peace” and is committed to supporting the preservation and use of the Oneida language and cultural practices.
- Oneida Nation of the Thames is committed to workplace diversity and will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at (phone hidden) ext. 827 or by email [email protected]

📌 Food Preparation Worker/Cook (Head Start Family) (Southwold)
🏢 Oneida Nation of the Thames
📍 Southwold