Kitchen Helper – Summer Term
Wage: $16.00/hour
Full Time Position (35 – 40 hours/week)
Are you looking for a meaningful summer job where you can gain hands-on experience, learn valuable life skills, and make a difference in your community?
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Summer Kitchen Helper Student to support our community kitchen and food programs. This role is a great opportunity for students who enjoy working with people, learning about food preparation, and contributing to a welcoming environment where community members can gather, connect, and share meals.
Working alongside experienced kitchen staff, you will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintain a clean and organized kitchen, and support food-related activities and community events.
No previous kitchen experience is required—we are looking for students who are eager to learn, work hard, and contribute to a positive team environment.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Kitchen Helper, you may:
- Assist with meal preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning food
- Support the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and refreshments
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food and kitchen supplies
- Support inventory organization and stock rotation
- Help set up and clean up food service areas and community events
- Follow food handling, health, and safety procedures
- Assist with community feasts, cultural gatherings, and special events as needed
- Support staff with general kitchen and program-related tasks
- Work respectfully with staff, volunteers, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community members
What You Bring
We recognize that everyone brings different experiences and strengths. We encourage students to apply even if they do not have previous work experience.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are currently attending school and returning in the fall
- Are between the ages of 16 – 29 years
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Demonstrate respect, kindness, and professionalism
- Are dependable, responsible, and punctual
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Are comfortable working in a variety of settings, including indoor and outdoor environments
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Are willing to support different programs and projects as organizational needs arise
- Have Criminal Record Check, Child and Adult Abuse Registry check completed within 6 months
What You Will Gain
- Meaningful work experience in a community-based organization
- Opportunities to build leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Exposure to cultural programming, community development, and youth engagement initiatives
- Mentorship and support from experienced staff
- Opportunities to explore future career interests and pathways
- A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment
Why Join Us?
This is more than a summer job. It is an opportunity to contribute to community, develop new skills, build confidence, and be part of a team that values respect, learning, culture, and connection.
We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds and encourage Indigenous youth, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students to apply.
Join us this summer and be part of creating positive experiences and stronger communities.
Applications for this position will be received up to Monday, June 22. Please forward your cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.
455 McDermot Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3A 0B5
Email: careers@kanikanichihk.ca
Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.