Food Service Assistants - Temporary (On Call)

School District No 10; Nakusp; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 46,838; Part time

Job summary

School District No 10 in Nakusp, BC is looking for a Food Services Assistant to assist with the operation of school meal and snack programs. Key responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining food safety, and collaborating with school administration for diverse dietary needs.

Applicants must possess Grade 12 or equivalent, a valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certification, and have strong communication skills. The position offers temporary hours ranging from 2 to 25 hours per week at a wage of $28.97/hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months recent commercial food preparation experience.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written).
• Physical capacity to unload and stock up to 20lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the operation of school meal and snack programs.
• Maintains a clean work area by cleaning kitchen area and equipment.
• Operates domestic and commercial grade kitchen equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certification

Job description

CUPE – FOOD SERVICES ASSISTANT

Overview

Under the supervision of the School Principal, or their designate, the Food Service Assistant assists with the operation of school meal and snack programs, including preparing and serving food, maintaining food safety, and maintaining food records.

Nature of Position

• Performs food preparation, following FoodSafe and BC School Food Toolkit, using recipes, weighing and measuring foods, using appropriate terminology, and following other cooking best practices.
• Collaborates with the School Administration to support students with diverse dietary needs.
• Maintains a clean work area by washing and cleaning kitchen area, supplies, and equipment.
• Stores excess food and supplies and replaces items in storage areas.
• Receives, stores, and rotates incoming food supplies and materials and records inventory of food supplies and materials.
• Operates domestic and commercial grade equipment such as blender, stove, flat top, oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
• Washes, dries, and stores kitchen dishes and laundry.
• Assists with menu planning and ordering food supplies and materials.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certification
• Minimum 6 months recent commercial food preparation experience
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written) and ability to maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, and family members
• Ability to follow written instructions and recipes, making measurement conversions if required
• Basic computer skills such as email and online ordering
• Training in allergy awareness or anaphylaxis considered an asset
• Physical capacity to unload and stock up to 20lbs
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Job Details

Temporary hours can range from 2 hrs/day up to 25 hrs/week. The wage rate for this position is $28.97/hour as per the Collective Agreement between the Board of School Trustees for School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 2450. All interested candidates must apply with a cover letter, resume and proof of qualifications. Only short‑listed applicants will be contacted. Successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.