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

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Shorefast
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Accounting

Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk will support Shorefast operations in performing a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial functions. Responsibilities include keeping financial records updated and accurate, preparing reports, and reconciling accounts. The Accounting Clerk will use accounting software programs to process business transactions such as purchase orders, invoices, cheques and electronic payments. The Accounting Clerk should be familiar with accounting procedures, have a flair for numbers, and acute in identifying and resolving discrepancies. Working in a fast-paced environment a successful Accounting Clerk will demonstrate a positive attitude and professional demeanor while ensuring Shorefast’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.

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Shorefast Institute
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Data Intern- Summer Student Position

Shorefast is seeking a full-time Summer student to support the launch of new programming for the Shorefast Institute for Place-Based Economies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside creative social enterprise professionals building economic and cultural resilience in communities. We are looking for a creative, adept individual to map both quantitative and qualitative data in a new form of community economic mapping.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Food & Beverage

Bartender

We are looking for a candidate to be an integral part of creating our sense of place through the cocktail program, soda/non-alcoholic program. The Bartender will focus on the bar’s organization though monitoring and maintaining bar inventory, attend to guests during their entire experience, and provide the highest level of service in accordance with our standards. Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, this position will be responsible for preparing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while providing quality service to all guests of the Fogo Island Inn. This position is intended for internal applicants only and is designed as a growth opportunity for those currently working at the Fogo Island Inn.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Food & Beverage

Server

As Server you bring a friendly, guest focused approach and are passionate about the delivery of exceptional dining service. You are courteous, are to create a welcoming atmosphere and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You understand Food & Beverage operations and are excited to learn/expand your skillset.

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Shorefast
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Sales & Marketing

Communications and Public Affairs Officer

The Communications and Public Affairs Officer will play a key role in driving external awareness, engagement, and affinity for Shorefast primarily, while ensuring consideration for its ecosystem of entities. The ideal fit for this role is someone who thinks holistically and strategically, while being hands-on and skilled at executing plans into effective campaigns and tactics that meet the organization’s goals.


The ideal candidate works well in an integrated and matrixed organization, is at ease operating across teams and functions and with a flexible structure that adapts to shifting priorities. The role reports to the Chief Marketing Officer, while working closely with senior leads across Shorefast’s programs on strategic communications stewardship.


Success is defined by work which always champions place-based economies, develops and nurtures relationships between key stakeholders across sectors, and by elevating awareness and affinity for Shorefast, its mission and all its entities.

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Fogo Island Inn
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Guest Services

Night Auditor

As Night Auditor, you enjoy managing front desk operations during the overnight hours, ensuring accurate financial reporting and delivering exceptional guest service. Your skillset is multifaceted including administrative, financial and guest services focused. You are detail-orientated, proficient with numbers, and able to work independently while creating a safe, welcoming environment for all guests.

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