AVRCE Spare Cafeteria Worker (Annapolis, Kings, Hants County) - December 2025

Government of Nova Scotia; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A government agency in Nova Scotia is seeking a Spare Cafeteria Worker to perform various kitchen duties, including cooking, baking, and food preparation. The successful candidate should be physically fit and organized, with a knowledge of food handling and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This role offers flexible hours as needed, primarily serving in schools. Potential applicants should be prepared to provide references and a Criminal Record Check.

Qualifications

• Physically able to perform cafeteria duties.
• Knowledgeable in food preparation and menu prep.
• Organized with clean work habits.
• Ability to handle fast-paced work environments.
• Food Handling Course is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Cook, bake, and prepare food.
• Sell canteen items during breaks.
• Perform kitchen tasks including stocking and cleaning.
• Support recycling program and manage inventory.

Skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Knowledge and experience in food preparation

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere

Safe Food Handling Course (asset)

Job description

Spare Cafeteria Worker

Annapolis County, Kings County, Hants County

Hours of work: As needed basis

Rate of pay as per CUPE Collective Agreement ($20.60)

Under the direction of the Principal and School Food Facilitator, the successful candidate for this position will be required to perform a wide variety of cafeteria duties.

Qualifications and Abilities

• The successful candidate must be physically able to perform duties.
• Possess the knowledge experience in food preparation and menu preparation.
• Must be organized and have clean work habits.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Safe Food Handling Course considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Cooking, baking and preparation of food.
• Selling canteen items at recess and noon.
• Kitchen duties (stocking shelves, cleaning dishes, etc.)
• Support school recycling program, keeping daily accounts and inventory control and cashier, as required.

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager at [e-mail] or [phone]. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Please include the name and contact information for 3 work related references (former supervisor or manager).

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and a completed Child Abuse Registry.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.