Job Description
HEADSTART COOK
Eskasoni Headstart Program
We are seeking a cook to plan and prepare meals for the children of the Eskasoni Headstart Program. Our Headstart Cook will be working from our new location, providing meals for children aged 6 months to school age.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, be a self-starter, self-motivated and reliable. Our Headstart Cook will have patience serving and interacting with children participating in the Headstart programs.
Responsibilities include:
• Overall operation of the kitchen dining area
• Maintaining the kitchen facilities and equipment
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies as required and within budget allocation
• Plan and prepare complete and nutritious meals and snacks for the Headstart children
• Work as a team member supporting the daily operation of the Headstart Program
Requirements:
• Food Handler Certificate or food Service worker Certificate from a recognized college or training institute
• Knowledge and experience of the requirement for hygienic
maintenance and housekeeping
• Experience meal planning and preparation, including experience in preparing culturally appropriate foods
• Good personal hygienic habits
• Able to relate well to children and parents
• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse registry (in Nova Scotia) check
• CPR-C (Infant and child)
• Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture, communication styles and values systems
• Ability to speak Mi’kmaq an asset
Job Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Apply online on or before 4 pm – October 17, 2025 attention to:
Maxine Stevens, Human Resource Manager
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
