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Job Posting – Sing Summer Assistant Cook

Sing Summer Camps – Assistant Cook

Dates: Saturday, August 12th – Saturday, August 26th, 2023

Location: Berwick United Church Campgrounds

As assistant cook, you will report to the head cook and work alongside a team of youth hired for dishwashing and food service duties. The assistant cook will assist the head cook in the preparation of meals and the day to day running of the kitchen, including cleaning the equipment, checking supplies and rotating food stock. You’ll be responsible for catering to a limited number of special diets such as vegetarian, vegan, celiac, and gluten-free. The camp cook will be responsible for the preparation of 3 meals per day and light refreshments to be served to campers. We are looking for somebody who is comfortable in a camp kitchen environment and with a variety of equipment (camp), and who likes to be hands-on. Accommodations will be provided to the selected candidate on the Berwick United Church Campgrounds. 

To apply, contact: anne@nscf.ca

Key responsibilities:

  • Ordering and organizing the inventory storage
  • Meal preparation and cooking
  • Maintaining a clean kitchen, including all equipment, pots, and pans 
  • Making sure the kitchen is a safe and hygienic place to work
  • Control portion costs by working out the number of portions per food batch

Work Load

Sing Summer consists of multiple programs with varying enrolment numbers. The two core programs are our Junior & Youth Choir Camp (which runs from August 14th – 20th) and our Adult Choir Camp (which runs from August 22nd – 27th). The first week will consist of 3 meals per day for approximately 75 campers and staff. The second week will consist of 3 meals per day for approximately 100 campers and staff. Additional programs over the weekends will mean additional participants at select meal times. This will be communicated in advance to the head cook. 

Compensation

Compensation for this role will be $2000. Employment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan amounts will be deducted.

Experience

  • Experience of working in a fast paced kitchen chef
  • Some management experience will help
  • Ability to multitask

Qualifications

  • Health and safety or food hygiene qualifications are essential to this position

Others Requirements

  • Ability to work long days and weekends
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment
  • Attention to details in work is important. 
  • Food and safety certificate. – WHMIS certified

 

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Job Posting – Sing Summer Head Cook

Dates: Saturday, August 12th – Saturday, August 26th, 2023

Location: Berwick United Church Campgrounds

For 2 weeks every summer, voices raised together in song float among the hemlocks of the Berwick United Church Campground. A wonderful and magical place, it has been the home of the NSCF Sing Summer program for 40 years, each year welcoming over 200 singers in two weeks of programs. The rustic and charming multi-coloured cabins, the wonderful indoor and outdoor activity spaces, and the centre pavilion for rehearsals in the open air, make it the perfect location to sing, to learn, to connect, and to have a great time – all the while becoming a part of the choral community.

Our guest conductors, artistic and caregiving staff love being a part of these programs and are truly dedicated to creating an accepting and welcoming culture at camp where inspiration abounds and creativity can be set free!

As Kitchen Supervisor and Head Cook, you will be leading a team consisting of an assistant cook and youth hired for dishwashing and food service duties. In addition, the Head Cook will be responsible for preparing menus/meals, managing the camp dining budget and overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen, including cleaning the equipment, checking supplies and rotating food stock. The kitchen is equipped with steam ovens, walk in fridge, dishwasher, and plenty of prep space.  The Head Cook will be responsible for the preparation of 3 meals per day and light refreshments to be served to campers. We are looking for somebody who is comfortable in a camp kitchen environment and with a variety of equipment (camp) and who likes to be hands-on. Accommodations and meals will be provided to the selected candidate on the Berwick United Church Campgrounds. 

Key responsibilities:

  • Ordering and organizing the inventory storage
  • Planning menus, apportion ingredients and use food surpluses (buffet style dining)
  • Meal preparation and cooking
  • Maintaining a clean kitchen, including all equipment, pots, and pans 
  • Making sure the kitchen is a safe and hygienic place to work
  • Managing the kitchen and dining room staff
  • Control portion costs by working out the number of portions per food batch

Work Load

Sing Summer consists of multiple programs with varying enrolment numbers. The two core programs are our Junior & Youth Choir Camp (which runs from August 13th – 19th) and our Adult Choir Camp (which runs from August 21st – 26th). The first week will consist of 3 meals per day for approximately 75 campers and staff. The second week will consist of 3 meals per day for approximately 100 campers and staff. Additional programs over the weekends will mean additional participants at select meal times. This will be communicated in advance to the Head Cook 

Compensation

Compensation for this role will be $3000. Employment Insurance and Canada Pension Plan amounts will be deducted.

Experience

  • Experience of working and running a fast paced kitchen 
  • Some management experience would be an asset
  • Ability to multitask

Qualifications

  • Health and safety or food hygiene qualifications are essential to this position
  • Ability to work long days and weekends
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment
  • Attention to details in work is important. 
  • Food and safety certificate. – WHMIS certified

To apply, contact: anne@nscf.ca

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Cape Breton Chorale -Call for Board Members

Cape Breton Chorale Society – Volunteer Opportunity


Call for Board Members
The Cape Breton Chorale is one of Nova Scotia’s most important choral groups, having
premiered and recorded many of the first choral arrangements of many beloved Nova Scotia
songs. The Chorale was initiated in 1973 by Sr. Rita Clare (1933-2017), music educator, choral
specialist, and School Board arts consultant.
The Chorale is excited to be planning a celebration of its 50-year Anniversary for the coming
2023-2024 season!
Based in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality and holding its administrative and rehearsal
activities in Sydney, the Chorale is a not-for-profit organization with charitable status seeking to
provide greater support for its organization at the Board level as it moves into a new phase of
artistic performance.
The priorities of this volunteer search are:
§ to expand the administrative skill of the organization,
§ to increase efficiency in its operations,
§ to continue to build a socially and financially sustainable and resilient not-for-profit
society.


Role
Board Members support the activities of the Chorale, and the overall operations of the society.
They are expected to assist in meeting the mandate of the society and to work in support of the
artistic objectives of the choir.
Responsibilities and Expectations
§ Attend regular Board meetings, 8-10 per year.
§ Serve on committees based on areas of expertise and/or interest, by attending meetings
and carrying out the work of those committees.
§ Provide proactive service, governance, and insight in areas of expertise in consultation
with other key members of the organization.
§ Serve a two-year term as a Board Member.
Qualifications and Skills


We are looking for people with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Administration, governance, accounting, performing arts management, leadership, creative
marketing, media relations, fundraising, strategic planning, EDIA initiatives.
Please send your name and contact information along with a letter of interest to
info@capebretonchorale.com by June 5th, 2023

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Auditions – Cantatrice Ensemble Honour Choir

Cantatrice Ensemble Honour Choir 

Auditions

Auditions for new members for the Cantatrice Ensemble Honour Choir will be held on:

  • June 5 at Georges P. Vanier School
  • June 12 at Madeleine Symonds Middle School
  • June 19at Cavalier Drive School 6:30 – 8 pm, by appointment 
    Auditions are open to treble voice singers (soprano, second soprano, alto) who will be in Grades 7-12 in September, 2023. Previous vocal experience is an asset but is not required. Singers or parents are encouraged to contact the director, Karen Newhook-MacDonald, at KNewhook-MacDonald@hrce.ca to arrange an appointment or for further information about the choir or the audition process. The audition piece is “O Canada”. 
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Choral Canada Webinar – Copyright Law

Choral Canada has scheduled a webinar on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 2pm ET on copyright law in the Canadian choral context. The webinar will be facilitated by Edwards Creative Law. 

The same session will be held in French on Thursday, May 25 at 1pm ET.

Information and registration: https://www.choralcanada.org/en/webinars/

It would be great to see as many participants as possible! Feel free to share widely with your networks and colleagues.

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Administrative Director, Choirs for Change

Administrative Director of Choirs for Change (Contractor) –

Equity-Seeking Candidates Prioritized

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Choirs for Change Board of Directors Co-Chairs Robbie Mason and Megan Johnson at choirsforchange@gmail.com by April 20th 2023.

About Choirs for Change:
Choirs for Change Association is a non-profit arts organization registered in Nova Scotia (Mi’kma’ki). Founded in 2017, Choirs for Change supports the activities of three choral ensembles in the Halifax (Kjipuktuk) region: Spíra, Polaris, and Eastern Horizon. Together, these ensembles strive to support social change movements through innovative choral events (http://www.choirsforchange.ca/).

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
Choirs for Change is an organization dedicated to social justice, inclusion, equity, accessibility, and diversity. We lead with these values and seek to create an environment that is actively anti-racist, Queer+ focused, and which amplifies the contributions of equity-deserving voices. We strongly encourage, and will prioritize, applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black/of African descent, racialized/person of colour, disabled/person with disabilities, and/or a member of 2SLGBTQ+ communities. We respectfully request that you self-identify in your application if you are a member of one or more of these equity groups.

Administrative Director Position: In this role, you will be responsible for:

Managing the organization’s finances, including depositing revenue (including membership fees), tracking expenses, and distributing contractor reimbursements and payments;

Drafting and submitting grant applications to support the organization’s activities;

Supporting concert preparations and execution;

Overseeing audience development strategy and initiatives; and

Assisting with general administrative tasks as they arise, such as website management. You may also be asked to supervise other contractors as they are engaged, such as Concert Assistants and a Marketing Assistant.

Your role includes completing these duties for all three of the organization’s choirs: Polaris, Eastern Horizon, and Spíra. To help you succeed in these duties, you will be supported by the organization’s choral conductors and Board of Directors. As each choir runs on a different schedule and the preparation of grants, concerts, and other time-intensive duties ebb and flow, the time commitment will vary from week to week. We anticipate an average of four hours per week.

We expect you to act in compliance with our organizational policies, including the Anti-Harassment Policy.

To support the advancement of the organization, you will be required to participate in organization Committees. As well, your attendance will be expected at all Board meetings (2 hours, typically every two months, remote attendance is possible), for which you will submit a written report in advance for Board review. Accordingly, you will be accountable to the Board in this work.

Qualifications:

● Strong background in arts or non-profit administration and operations

● Experience with payroll or finance management

● A demonstrated history of successful grant applications

● Background in community engagement activities

● Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google suite; experience with website management and/or social media applications is an asset

● Superior planning, organizational, and time management skills

● Commitment to principles of social justice and equity

Compensation:

You will engage in this role as an independent contractor. You are responsible for providing yourself a place of work and the necessary tools you require to complete the work. You are further responsible for making any required tax remittances owed on any compensation paid to you by the organization. The organization will compensate you at a rate of $400.00 CAD per month, subject to a revised lesser amount based on the total membership fee revenue collected during the year.

Kindly direct any questions about the position to choirsforchange@gmail.com. We look forward to receiving your application.

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Call for Volunteers – Let’s Have Some Music Concert, April 30

As we prepare for the concert – Let’s Have Some Music – A Celebration of the Music of Robbie Smith – on April 30, we need volunteers who can help with the event.

We need a couple of volunteers on April 28 to assist with moving risers to the church (and someone who may be able to offer the use of their van or truck).

We need 4 volunteers from approximately 6pm to 9:30pm on April 30 to assist with the concert.

Please contact Anne at anne@nscf.ca if you are available to help on either of these dates. Many thanks!

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Children’s Choir, 2023 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

Children’s Choir, 2023 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

Auditions to be held in early May for children interested in being part of the Children’s Choir, 2023 Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo. Auditions are open to students from grades 4 to 7. Previous choral experience is an asset. 

Singing in the Children’s Choir is an amazing experience – they meet fellow performers from all over the world, are part of an incredible production, and make memories to last a lifetime. There is a time commitment involved but oh so worth it! 

Rehearsal schedule to date is as follows:

 – 1st rehearsal Sunday, 28 May, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Rehearsal venue TBA;
 – Rehearsals continue every Sunday night until 18 June;
 – Rehearsals in the ScotiaBank Center are scheduled to begin on the evening of Monday, 19 June. The Children’s Choir will likely be there most evenings until the Show starts their dress rehearsals on 28 June.

Show schedule:

Show 1 – 30 June (evening)

Show 2 – 1 July (matinee)

Show 3 – 2 July (matinee) 

Show 4 – 2 July (evening) 

Show 5 – 3 July (matinee) 

For further information including audition date and location, contact Martha Healy, Royal Nova Scotia international Tattoo Children’s Choir Director at choir@nstattoo.ca  . Please put Children’s Choir in the subject line.