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<h3>Job Description</h3><div>Job Description<div><p><b><strong>Company:</strong></b> NativPott - Culture on a Plate<br /><b><strong>Location:</strong></b> Calgary, AB<br /><b><strong>Pay:</strong></b> Starting at <b><strong>$20/hour</strong></b> (based on experience) + opportunities for bonuses and growth</p><p><b><strong>About NativPott</strong></b></p><p>NativPott is a modern Afro-fusion food truck bringing bold African flavours to festivals, corporate events, private catering, and community events across Calgary.</p><p>We're looking for a passionate, reliable Head Chef who takes pride in producing exceptional food while helping us build one of Calgary's most exciting food brands.</p><p>This isn't just another kitchen job. We're building something long-term.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>Responsibilities</strong></b></p><ul><li>Prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard</li><li>Lead kitchen operations during festivals, markets, and catering events</li><li>Maintain food quality during high-volume service</li><li>Ensure food safety and AHS compliance</li><li>Assist with food prep before events</li><li>Help with inventory management and minimizing food waste</li><li>Keep the kitchen organized and clean throughout service</li><li>Work closely with the owner to improve recipes and operations</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>We're Looking For Someone Who</strong></b></p><ul><li>Has commercial kitchen or food truck experience</li><li>Can stay calm under pressure</li><li>Has excellent communication skills</li><li>Takes ownership instead of making excuses</li><li>Is punctual and dependable</li><li>Understands teamwork and respects everyone on the team</li><li>Has pride in serving amazing food</li><li>Is physically able to work long festival shifts</li><li>Is legally able to work in Canada</li></ul><p>Experience with African cuisine is an asset, but we are willing to train the right person.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>What We Offer</strong></b></p><ul><li>Competitive hourly pay</li><li>Flexible event-based schedule</li><li>Opportunity to grow into a Kitchen Manager or Operations role</li><li>A respectful and positive work environment</li><li>The chance to help build a growing food brand from the ground up</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>This Role Is NOT For You If You</strong></b></p><ul><li>Frequently call in sick or cancel shifts</li><li>Struggle to work under pressure</li><li>Have a negative attitude or create conflict within a team</li><li>Don't believe in giving customers your best every time</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>How to Apply</strong></b></p><p>Please send:</p><ul><li>Your resume</li><li>A brief introduction about yourself</li><li>Your food industry experience</li><li>Your availability</li><li>Why you'd like to join NativPott</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>Bonus Question (Required)</strong></b></p><p>In <b><strong>150 words or less</strong></b>, answer this:</p><p><b><strong>Tell us about a time something went wrong during a busy service. What happened, how did you respond, and what did you learn?</strong></b></p></div></div>

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Sep 3, 2026