Assistant Cook/Cook

Work Location: PAQ 1 – 169 rue de la Gauchetière Est
Immediate Supervisor: Facilities and Operations Manager
Status: Part-time – 27 hours/week

Schedule:
Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday from 2:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Organization Overview

PAQ is an Indigenous organization that supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples experiencing housing insecurity in Tio’tià:ke / Montréal. Through a culturally appropriate approach rooted in empowerment and harm reduction, we provide shelter, housing options, and services that promote well-being, healing, and community building. We work in partnership to advocate for the health and housing rights of Indigenous peoples in urban settings.

By joining the PAQ team, you will become part of a group of individuals committed to transforming the lives of Indigenous women and men in Montréal.

What You Will Do

The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting cooks in preparing and serving nutritious, safe, and culturally respectful meals to PAQ community members. The position contributes to the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen by carrying out food preparation, cleaning, and logistical support tasks, while adhering to hygiene standards and PAQ’s values.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the cook(s) with meal preparation (ingredient preparation, assembly, portioning).
• Clean and disinfect work surfaces, equipment, and kitchen areas.
• Wash, organize, and maintain utensils, dishes, and equipment.
• Participate in the receiving, labelling, and storage of food and supplies.
• Strictly adhere to food hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen at all times.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth and respectful food service.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in a kitchen, food service, or institutional setting is an asset.
• Willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliability, punctuality, and teamwork.

Mandatory Values and Attributes

• Respect for PAQ’s values and commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in Canada.
• An inclusive, respectful, and non-judgmental attitude.
• Sensitivity to issues related to poverty, homelessness, mental health, and substance use.
• Professional ethics and respect for rules and policies.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in French required.
• Fluency in English required.
• Knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset.

Employment Equity

Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Only candidates whose applications meet the requirements will be contacted.

*At PAQ, although French is the primary language of work, many of the Indigenous community members we serve speak their mother tongue first and English as their second language, with French rarely being used. In order to provide effective support, proficiency in English is required for this position. This requirement is based solely on the nature of the position and the need to communicate effectively with our community members, in accordance with Quebec language laws.

**Only candidates whose applications meet the requirements will be contacted.

***Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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