The London Community Resource Centre is a charitable organization based out of London, ON, delivering community programs that promote food literacy.
We are currently hiring three youth workers to join our team as Grow Cook Learn Program Assistants. This opportunity is ideal for youth with a passion for food, nutrition, and community engagement who are looking to gain meaningful experience in food literacy programming.
About the Grow Cook Learn Program:
Grow Cook Learn is a community-based food literacy initiative that offers hands-on cooking workshops, nutrition education, and gardening experiences. The program supports youth, individuals, and families in building skills and confidence around healthy food choices and preparation.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist in planning and delivering cooking workshop sessions in the community alongside the Grow Cook Learn Program Coordinator.
-Conduct research on food security, food literacy, and best practices to support program development.
-Adapt workshop materials to reflect the diverse needs and backgrounds of participants.
-Support participants during sessions with hands-on guidance and encouragement.
-Manage and create engaging social media content to promote workshops and highlight participant experiences.
-Assist with participant registration and workshop logistics.
-Update the LCRC website with program content, information, and events.
Qualifications (Preferred):
-Experience or education in food, cooking, or nutrition.
-Safe Food Handling Certification (or willingness to obtain).
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-Experience with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook) for promotional use.
-Familiarity with Wordpress website platform.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Must meet eligibility requirements under Canada Summer Jobs:
-Between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
-Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of employment, and have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment
-Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position to lcrc@lcrc.on.ca with the subject line “Grow Cook Learn Program Assistant”