Food Service Associate

Dexterra Group; Guelph; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day one

Work-life balance

Competitive wages

Extended health benefits

Growth opportunities

Referral program

Join industry leader

Job summary

Dexterra Group in Ontario is seeking a Food Services Associate to support food service operations under the Chef Manager. You will prepare items, follow health and safety standards, and deliver friendly, attentive service to clients and staff.

This role offers day-one benefits, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth within a national facilities services leader. The shift from 12pm to 8pm suits reliable, customer-focused individuals who take pride in quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in the hospitality / food service industry.
• Great Customer Service skills and professional attitude.
• Ability to be on Monday - Thursday 12pm - 8pm shift with weekend availability for catering as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items and assume responsibilities for an assigned service station.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and procedures while preparing food (knife use, ovens, cleaning materials).
• Wear and correctly use PPE (non-slip shoes, cut-resistant gloves).
• Record time-temperature sensitive food items per FoodSafe/ServeSafe standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area, equipment, kitchen and dining area; wash dishes and cutlery.
• Represent Dana Hospitality with goodwill and client relations.
• Provide exceptional customer service to create culinary experiences.
• Maintain speed of service standards.
• Listen to customers and direct concerns to management as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Fast learner

Multitasking

Education

Food Safety certification

WHMIS training

Job description

WHO ARE WE?

We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Company Description

We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description

At Dexterra, we create exceptional customer experiences that make our clients shine. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together to turn problems into solutions and challenges into moments of ingenuity.

WHAT'S THE JOB?

As a Food Services Associate, reporting to the Chef Manager, you will perform a variety of customer service based tasks within the food services function. This position requires excellent customer service skills and attention to detail. Growth opportunities are possible for the right candidate.

Your Work Will Include

• Prepare items and assume responsibilities for any job task associated with an assigned service station
• Adhere to all required health and safety regulations and procedures while preparing food including:
  • Using proper techniques when using the tools, supplies, and equipment provided (i.e. knives, ovens, cleaning materials)
  • Wearing and correctly using proper personal protective equipment (i.e. non-slip shoes, cut-resistant gloves)
  • Complying with FoodSafe and/or ServeSafe standards including the recording of all time temperature sensitive food items
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area, including equipment, kitchen, and dining area. Clean dishes and cutlery manually or with the dishwasher
• Remain an ambassador of goodwill, ethics, and great client relations at all times on behalf of Dana Hospitality
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times, supporting an environment that strives to create exceptional culinary experiences
• Maintains speed of service standards
• Listens to customers (internal and external) and responds professionally to all questions and concerns, directing concerns to further levels of management as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum1-2 years' experience in the hospitality / food service industry
• Food Safety certification
• WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
• Great Customer Service
• Professional and Punctual
• Monday - Thursday 12pm - 8pm shift (Weekend Availability for the odd Catering)
• Quick learner and able to work on your own.

Additional Information

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Benefits start on day one
• Work-life balance
• Competitive Wages
• Extended health benefits.
• Excellent Growth opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader
• A true ability to leave your mark and not just be a cog in a giant machine

Dexterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request. #IND6