Work With Us

Shorefast is one of the largest social enterprise organizations in Canada. It is the charity behind Fogo Island Inn, Fogo Island Workshops, Fogo Island Fish, Fogo Island Arts, and a set of initiatives that operate for the benefit of strengthening the cultural, ecological, and economic well-being of Fogo Island, Newfoundland, and beyond.

We offer exciting opportunities in a broad range of fields, in an environment that welcomes individuality and initiative. We are looking for collaborative and purpose-driven people with a sense of adventure, at all stages of their career. Depending on the role, we offer extended health, wellness and dental benefits, relocation and housing assistance, growth opportunities, and friendly rates and prices for you or your close ones

While most roles are based on Fogo Island, several team members are based in Toronto and Ottawa, in a hybrid model.

Everyone is Welcome Here

We endeavour to foster an accessible work environment and to ensure all in our care feel safe and valued. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; please reach out if there is anything we can do to accommodate a more accessible or inclusive application process.

About Fogo Island

Today, Fogo Island is a contemporary outport community that boasts the best of rural living alongside opportunities and amenities some wouldn’t expect to find on a remote island. Depending on the season, residents find solitude and recreation along hundreds of kilometers of well-worn coastal hiking trails, snowshoe or skidoo across frozen ponds and barrens, swim in crystal clear ponds, and stargaze from their oceanside homes. They can also avail of high-speed internet, delicious cuisine at local restaurants, and glean new ideas and experiences from our thriving community of local and visiting artists, scientists, and other practitioners.

Increasingly recognized as a dynamic and evolving entrepreneurial community, Fogo Island is often referred to as a ‘gateway for seeing and believing’ in acknowledgement of the powerful ways the island has centered connection to nature and culture as a way to build toward a more equitable economy.

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Opportunities

If you are interested in joining Shorefast but there isn’t a specific position at the moment that seems right for you, please do send us a cover letter and resume at careers@shorefast.org with the subject line “General Application.”

Let us know what interests you about working with us and where you see yourself making the greatest contribution to our team!

Because a good fit is everything, we are sharing what traits lead to success at Shorefast.

  • Analytical: You look at issues, problems, ideas, and draw useful conclusions.
  • Strong communicators: As Seamus Heaney said, If we can find the words, we can find the way.
  • Collaborative: We are better, together.
  • Curious: You ask questions. Lots of questions.
  • Systems Thinkers: You see the big picture and understand how the parts fit into the ‘whole.’
  • Responsible: You are action-oriented and see things through. When mistakes happen, as they do, we work together to address them.
  • Creative and innovative: You are eager to try new things and share your ideas with colleagues.

Organizations

Opportunities Organizations

Positions

Opportunity Positions

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Shorefast
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Sales & Marketing

Team Lead, Marketing (Parental Leave)

We are looking for a candidate who is a creative thinker and a results-driven individual who can excel in a fast-paced and challenging start-up environment. The Team Lead, Marketing (Parental Leave) will focus on managing marketing campaigns for Fogo Island Inn, Fogo Island Workshops, Fogo Island Fish, and Fogo Island Arts.

Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, this position will be responsible for planning and executing events and familiarization trips, which encompasses media stays and film shoots.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Maintenance & Construction

Facilities Maintenance Manager

We are looking for a candidate who is ambitious, organized and possesses strong
communication skills. The Facilities Maintenance Manager will focus on assisting with
the development of long-term capital plans to maintain and/or improve facility
systems. Reporting to the Director, Facilities Systems & Projects, this position will
ensure tasks are scheduled, assigned and completed properly within the allocated
budget, and will assist with maintenance and construction activities outside of the Inn
in your field of expertise.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Culinary

Steward

We are looking for a candidate who has a deep appreciation for order and cleanliness. The Steward will focus on the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and cleaning tools while maintaining and enforce sanitation standards set by Chef and Management Team. Reporting to the Executive Chef, this position will be responsible for the cleanliness and organization of kitchen storage areas.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Culinary

Cook

We are looking for a with expertise in utilizing cutting tools, cookware, bakeware, and a deep understanding of diverse cooking techniques such as grilling, sous vide, baking, and more. The Cook will focus on setting station for service and cleaning station and kitchen following end of service. Reporting to the Executive Chef, this position will be responsible for adherence to established quality and sanitation standards.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Culinary

Chef de Partie

The Chef de Partie, based at the Fogo Island Inn, will excel in a fast-paced and energetic environment. The Chef de Partie will maintain and enforce menu standards set by the Inn to ensure consistently high guest satisfaction.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Maintenance & Construction

Senior Maintenance Technician

The Senior Maintenance Technician, based on Fogo Island, will perform a variety of functions to support daily operations While working in a fast-paced environment, the incumbent will demonstrate a positive can-do attitude.

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