Assistant Cook

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Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 125 kilometers of Behchoko.

Department Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.

Job Information

Located in Behchoko- the Assistant Cook reports to the Long Term Care Facility Coordinator, and supports the Lead Cook in preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for residents of the Long-Term Care Facility. This role helps ensure meals are prepared safely, meet dietary and nutritional requirements, and are served in a clean, respectful, and resident-focused environment. The Assistant Cook also maintains food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations while promoting the use of traditional foods whenever possible.

KEY RESPONISIBILITES

Assist with preparing and serving meals and snacks according to approved menus and therapeutic diets.

Maintain food safety, infection prevention, and kitchen sanitation standards.

Support menu planning, inventory control, and food storage procedures.

Assist with special meals and events, including traditional food preparation.

Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and assist with kitchen operations in the absence of the Lead Cook.

Communicate resident dietary needs or concerns to the care team.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of grade 12

1 year of institutional or commercial cooking program

Experience working with an elderly population would be an asset.

An acceptable criminal records check is required and must be maintained.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

CPR and Basic First Aid training

WHMIS Training

Food Safety Training (Food Handling certification)

Equivalencies may include

Several years of commercial cooking experience may be accepted instead of a one-year cooking program.

A high school equivalency diploma (GED) may satisfy the Grade 12 requirement. Comparable food safety, CPR, and WHMIS certifications from recognized providers are usually acceptable.

All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a Long-Term Care kitchen and dining environment.

Regular standing, walking, lifting, bending, and repetitive tasks.

Frequent exposure to hot equipment, cleaning chemicals, and commercial kitchen equipment.

May be required to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts to support 24/7 resident meal services.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Tlicho HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

NISHI KHON BUILDING, 2nd FLOOR

BOX 419

BEHCHOKO  NT  X0E 0Y0

Tel (867) 392-3053

Fax (867) 392-6861

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Term Position

This job opening is for a 1 year term.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Transfer Assignments

Transfer Assignments may be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28132

Closing Date: AUGUST 13, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $36.53 per hour to $43.61 per hour (approximately $75,982 - $90,709) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,536.

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