About the role
This is to fill a permanent full-time position, working 75 hours biweekly.
The Department of Justice is working to ensure Yukon remains a safe, secure, and healthy place to live and work. We build strong and healthy relationships with others to support good governance and to foster safe communities with opportunities for healing. The Department of Justice provides supportive and dynamic work environments comprised of teams of professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of Yukoners.
Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, Administration, this position is responsible for preparing meals, training and supervising corrections and inmate cooks. The Manager is also responsible for the provision of meals at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre, including meals for special occasions, while maintaining a high standard of sanitation and safety in the kitchen. This position is classified as a Peace Officer under the Criminal Code of Canada.
For more information about this position, please contact: Manager, Correctional Services, Daniel Vigneau at Daniel.Vigneau@yukon.ca
For more information about this job ad, please contact: Human Resource Consultant, Tammy Vermeersch Tammy.Vermeersch@yukon.ca
Essential Qualifications:
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note - selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
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Journeyperson Cook Certification (Red Seal Certification) or equivalent
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Experience in menu planning
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Experience in a commercial or institutional food services setting
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Experience supervising people involved in food preparations
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Experience in common and special dietary needs including medical and spiritual diets
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Knowledge and experience preparing traditional Yukon First Nation meals is an asset
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
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Effective conflict management skills
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Effective supervisory skills
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Effective interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently and within a team
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Excellent organization and time management skills
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Solid knowledge of the Canada Food Guide Standard
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Ability to accurately estimate ingredient and supply requirements, complete orders, receive supplies and record wastage
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Ability to submit reports, including but not exclusive to inspection checklists, and food order summaries
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Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment: Security clearance, Medical clearance, TB Testing, Foodsafe certification, Standard First Aid, CPR Certification, and WHMIS.
Job Requirements: Wearing a uniform, lifting equipment and supplies weighing up to 50lbs, exposure to and working with offenders.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
06 August 2025
Close Date
19 August 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
About the role
This is to fill a permanent full-time position, working 75 hours biweekly.
The Department of Justice is working to ensure Yukon remains a safe, secure, and healthy place to live and work. We build strong and healthy relationships with others to support good governance and to foster safe communities with opportunities for healing. The Department of Justice provides supportive and dynamic work environments comprised of teams of professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of Yukoners.
Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, Administration, this position is responsible for preparing meals, training and supervising corrections and inmate cooks. The Manager is also responsible for the provision of meals at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre, including meals for special occasions, while maintaining a high standard of sanitation and safety in the kitchen. This position is classified as a Peace Officer under the Criminal Code of Canada.
For more information about this position, please contact: Manager, Correctional Services, Daniel Vigneau at Daniel.Vigneau@yukon.ca
For more information about this job ad, please contact: Human Resource Consultant, Tammy Vermeersch Tammy.Vermeersch@yukon.ca
Essential Qualifications:
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note - selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
-
Journeyperson Cook Certification (Red Seal Certification) or equivalent
-
Experience in menu planning
-
Experience in a commercial or institutional food services setting
-
Experience supervising people involved in food preparations
-
Experience in common and special dietary needs including medical and spiritual diets
-
Knowledge and experience preparing traditional Yukon First Nation meals is an asset
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on:
-
Effective conflict management skills
-
Effective supervisory skills
-
Effective interpersonal skills
-
Ability to work independently and within a team
-
Excellent organization and time management skills
-
Solid knowledge of the Canada Food Guide Standard
-
Ability to accurately estimate ingredient and supply requirements, complete orders, receive supplies and record wastage
-
Ability to submit reports, including but not exclusive to inspection checklists, and food order summaries
-
Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment: Security clearance, Medical clearance, TB Testing, Foodsafe certification, Standard First Aid, CPR Certification, and WHMIS.
Job Requirements: Wearing a uniform, lifting equipment and supplies weighing up to 50lbs, exposure to and working with offenders.
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
06 August 2025
Close Date
19 August 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.