Career Opportunity
Internal/ External
Food Services Coordinator
Full-Time
This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.
It is the mission of Tungasuvvingat Inuit (TI) to broadly provide Inuit-specific programs that contribute to the health and wellbeing of Inuit and to encourage and support similar programs for Inuit across the country. TI has over 30 years of highly successful experience in crafting the design, development, and delivery of a wide range of effective, client-centered services. By incorporating the principles of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ), TI continues to deliver quality programs and services that directly benefit our growing urban Inuit population.
Working in a residential therapeutic environment, the Food Services Coordinator plays an integral role in supporting Tungasuvvingat Inuit’s (TI) Mamisarvik Healing Centre (MHC) clients by preparing and serving traditional country food and other nutritious and healthy food options. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all aspects of kitchen operations, while maintaining high quality menu options and service levels. The Food Services Coordinator is expected to maintain appropriate inventory and supply levels and create and prepare menu items in an efficient manner. The incumbent is further required to ensure the safe and healthy preparation of meals, and sanitation techniques at all times to avoid cross‐contamination and the spoiling of food and beverages.
Main Responsibilities, include but are not limited to, the following:
Food Preparation and Meal Service:
- Ensure the safe, timely, and respectful preparation, cooking, and serving of nutritious meals to residents and clients, including accommodating dietary needs.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety by adhering to Public Health guidelines and enforcing TI’s policies and procedures
Inventory and Supply Management
- Manage kitchen inventory and supplies efficiently and within budget, ensuring uninterrupted food service operations. Responsibilities include placing and tracking orders (including country food), maintaining organized inventory, and ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained, sanitized, and in proper working condition.
- Maintain documentation of expenditures and inventory levels.
Menu Planning and Culinary Collaboration
- Support collaborative, healthy, and culturally appropriate meal planning by engaging staff, participants, and residents.
- Incorporate feedback and dietary needs while aligning with program goals. Coordinate skill-building opportunities for staff and residents and incorporate seasonal or culturally significant foods where possible.
Training and Capacity Building
- Foster a learning-oriented kitchen environment through structured training, ongoing mentorship, and professional development.
- Train staff and volunteers in Public Health Food Safety standards (initial and refresher) and support the development of culinary and operational skills.
- Maintain records of completed training and identify ongoing learning needs.
Program and Event Support
- Contribute to TI’s broader programming by supporting food-related activities and events. This includes preparing meals or refreshments for special events, cultural gatherings, or off-site programming as required. Collaborate across departments and adapt services to meet evolving program needs
Education, Qualifications and Skills:
- Community college or undergraduate degree in culinary arts, hospitality or related fields is preferred.
- Safe food Handling Certification is required
- 3-5 Years of experience in hospitality/ restaurant Industry is preferred
- 1-2 Years of experience working Inuit organization/ Serving traditional country Food is preferred.
- Knowledge of Inuit culture, values, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and traditional practices
- Knowledge of cost analysis, fiscal management, and budgeting techniques
- Knowledge of Canada’s 2019 Food Guide
- Strong knowledge of operating and maintaining equipment in a commercial kitchen
- Ability to analyze and interpret the dietary needs of clients and offer the appropriate options and solutions
- Ability to prepare meals for special dietary needs and understands nutritional restrictions and portion sizes to be served
- Ability to examine and make improvement to kitchen operations, form new policies/procedures and develop and implement new strategies
- Ability to work independently with a strong sense of focus. Is task oriented, non‐judging, and maintains a clear sense of client‐service provider boundaries
- Ability to function effectively in a busy environment and in stressful situations
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Proficient use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, video-conferencing platforms;
- Fluency in English required, fluency in Inuktitut is an asset.
**Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above. ***
Salary and Benefits
- Salary range is $50,000 to $ 52,000 Annually
- TI provides paid sickness, personal and family sickness leave days, and a 24/7 confidential Employee and Family Assistance Plan.
- Vacation (earn 3 weeks/year.
The deadline for applications is August 11, 2026.
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Preference in hiring will be given to qualified Inuit candidates; applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at www.tiontario.ca to learn more about our programs and services. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact
[email protected].
The Food Services Coordinator works out of 1071 Richmond Road, Ottawa (main location) and designated locations within the Ottawa region.
We thank all interested applicants in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
Hiring Process Disclaimer:
We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, and/or select candidates. All applications and interviews are reviewed and conducted by qualified human hiring professionals.
