We are excited to introduce Yumi, the first commercial kitchen in downtown Ottawa, which doubles as an event space and food business partner. Yumi is more than just a kitchen—it’s a hub for innovation and collaboration in the food industry. And now, we are looking for passionate individuals to join us in bringing this project to life!
Application to Yumi is temporarily closed, please join our waiting list for further opportunities.
If you’re looking to gain more experience or explore a new career path, this is a perfect opportunity. Please note, these roles are volunteer-based, but they come with invaluable perks!
What You’ll Gain:
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Real Project Experience: Work on a live project that will be used by real clients.
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Opportunities to Collaborate: Directly interact with business owners and stakeholders.
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Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced industry leaders.
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Community Referral: Get recognized within the community for your contributions.
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Interview/Demo/Pitch Opportunities: Showcase your work to potential employers or clients.
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Hands-On Design & Implementation: Gain experience in designing and implementing a business website.
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Commercial Platform Experience: Learn to use and navigate commercial platforms.
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Communication Coaching: Improve your communication skills with help from a professional coach.
Mentor
For Yumi, the mentor is a highly passionate and skilled UI/UX Designer with over 10 years of experience in the design industry. He is currently serving as a Designer for Indigenous Services Canada and is also an esteemed Design Instructor at Algonquin College.






