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Employer Name: Fresh Market Foods

Location/Address: 79 Queen Street, Sioux Lookout, ON

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Hours of Work: Permanent Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Wage: $24.00/hour to $28.00/hour (Based on Experience)

 

Duties:

We are seeking an experienced Chef. The role involves menu development, preparation of ready-to-eat meals, catering orders, and maintaining high-quality and food safety standards. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, and experienced in managing a small kitchen while ensuring customer satisfaction.

  • Plan, create, and develop menus, seasonal offerings, and catering options.
  • Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, portion standards, and quality requirements.
  • Train and mentor deli staff on food preparation techniques, portion control, and quality standards.
  • Monitor inventory, order ingredients, and ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and operational.
  • Maintain consistent food presentation, portion control, and high-quality standards across all products.
  • Develop meal costing and pricing to support gross profit targets for the deli.
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
  • Collaborate with management to improve menu offerings, optimize workflows, and support operational efficiency.
  • Work in all areas of the deli as required to support daily operations and maintain service standards.
  • Assist in creating visually appealing retail displays that optimize product flow and support cross-merchandising opportunities.

 

Benefits: After completing the 3-month probationary period, employees are enrolled in our Group Benefits which include Medical & Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Maple Program and access to our staff-only gym. Additionally, employees receive a 10% discount at Fresh Market Foods and a 20% Discount at Your Dollar Store with More. After 1 year of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in our Group RRSP program.

 

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education or formal training in Culinary Arts (preferred)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a chef or senior cook in a commercial or catering kitchen
  • Language of Work: English (Bilingual – French/English is an asset)
  • Anticipated Start Date: April 1, 2026
  • Transportation: Fresh Market Foods will pay for the one-time round-trip transportation costs of the successful candidate to our location and back to the successful candidate’s permanent residence at the end of the applicable work period.
  • Housing: Below-market value employee housing may be available, subject to availability.

 

How to Apply:

Apply with Resume to:

Liz Ward, Human Resources Manager

In Store: 79 Queen Street; Sioux Lookout, ON

Email: hr@freshmarketfoods.ca

 

Fresh Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all interested applicants to apply.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.