Cooking Jobs, Urban Food Project Employment and Organic Farm Internships and Opportunities

Beer pairings, food tastings; I’ve been so busy actually attending food-related events that I’ve fallen behind on posting about them. More about that later; meanwhile, here are some interesting work experiences for cooks and people interested in organics and urban community food projects, courtesy of GoodWork Canada. Visit them for more complete details on all these positions; when applying, you should mention that’s how you heard of the posting.

• The Wildlife Research Station at Algonquin Park (pictured here) is seeking a head cook from late April to late September at a salary of $1,650 per month plus accommodation and meals. The job involves cooking vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals for 20 to 40 or more people (three meals a day, seven days a week). Spare time can be spent in the park, canoeing, hiking or just relaxing. Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and two references to Paul Gelok, Station Manager. Deadline: March 6.


• The Stop Community Food Centre needs a Community Food Animator in Scarborough to work as a resource for four community food projects in Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) buildings in Scarborough. The position runs from March 1 to August 31, and pays $20.26 per hour for 22.5 hours per week. The required qualifications include two or more years in community development work, plus knowledge of food security, cooking, gardening and the Scarborough community service scene. Send a cover letter and resume via email or mail to Community Food Animator, The Stop Community Food Centre, P.O. Box 69, Station E, Toronto M6H 4E1. Deadline: February 20 at 5 p.m.


• Blue Mullein Farm is looking for a couple to share an organic CSA farm business in the Kawartha Lakes. They will provide pesticide-free land for 25 years plus free tools and a partly-furnished bachelor apartment for the first two growing seasons. The position requires previous experience and a strong back. To find out more, email Anne Akirov.


• At this time of year, CRAFT Ontario is matching people with organic farm apprenticeships across Ontario. Check out their list of farm positions and apply directly to the one that most interests you.