Food Counter Attendant - Mornings (CSJ)

Theseed; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Theseed is seeking a Food Counter Attendant to assist in kitchen operations including food preparation and meal service. Ideal candidates will have experience in a kitchen and be willing to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is an asset.
• Food safety certification is a strong asset.
• Must handle a knife and have basic kitchen skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize food donations.
• Perform food preparation and assist in meal service.
• Ensure cleanliness in the kitchen and followed health regulations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Basic Kitchen Skills

Job description

Job Category: Community Impact and Programs

Requisition Number: FOODC001722

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• Posted : May 30, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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Edmonton
Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN

Description

Employment Type: Seasonal Employment (8 weeks)
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Reporting to: Food services Manager
City: Edmonton
Number of Positions to Fill: 1
RFR #: 1451

Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the Food Counter Attendant, as part of a team, provides support to the operation of the kitchen at The Mustard Seed in Edmonton by assisting with sorting and organizing food donations, food preparation, meal service and cleaning activities. Maintaining Occupational Health & Safety Standards is also a key part of this role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sort and organize of food donations
• Perform food preparation such as peeling and chopping vegetables, slicing meat, making sandwiches and other menu items
• Assist with serving guests meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Assist with clean-up after the meal service including washing and storing dishes
• Ensure pantry, coolers, freezers, and fridges are kept clean and organized
• Clean and keep kitchen organized
• Work alongside and assist with volunteers as required
• Maintain Occupational Health & Safety Standards
• Follow and adhere to Alberta Health Food Safety Standards
• Participate in all required training
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Experience working in a kitchen environment is considered an asset
• Food safety certification is considered a strong asset
• Must be able to handle a knife and have basic kitchen skills (operating oven, dishwasher, other appliances)
• Good organizational skills
• Good problem-solving and quick decision-making skills; ability to think “on-your-feet”
• Ability to recognize and maintain appropriate boundaries with co-workers, volunteers and guests
• High level of confidentiality, especially pertaining to guests’ information
• Willingness to participate in any essential training required by The Mustard Seed
• Desire to serve in a Christian ministry

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hands-on, fast-paced, active position position requiring moderate to significant physical effort: lifting up to 25lbs, standing for duration of shift, bending, pushing, or pulling carts
• Position requires moderate to significant mental effort
• Position involves working closely with volunteers and staff
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures/work environment required

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed
• As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.
• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS

• Be between 18 and 30 years of age (must be 30 years of age on start date).
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Not a member of the Immediate Family of the Employer or a member of the Immediate Family of an officer or director of the Employer
• International students are not eligible participants

NOTE

• Your privacy is important to us. The information we collect is used solely for consideration for employment.
• We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Mustard Seed reserves the right to amend job advertisements. No phone calls please.
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