Food Service Associate | Friendly Customer Service & Prep

Compass Group Canada; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Food Service Worker to prepare, present and serve meals while maintaining food quality and presentation. Responsibilities include prep work, safe handling, cashiering, and ensuring sanitation standards.

The role requires FoodSafe Level 1, strong time management, and the ability to work independently or in a team. English communication is essential, with prior food service experience considered an asset.

Qualifications

• FoodSafe Level 1 Certification.
• Familiar with the use of a cash register is an asset.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to manage heavy workload.
• Ability to work both independently and in team setting as required.
• Good command of English language, both verbal and written and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Previous food service experience in healthcare, hotel, restaurant or fast food is considered an asset.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, peel, cut and seed fruits and vegetables.
• Carry pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
• Store food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
• Set up items for purchase on daily basis.
• Perform general cleaning duties; remove trash and garbage to designated areas.
• Distribute supplies, utensils and portable equipment.
• Utilize approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
• Notify cooks if food temperatures are not within acceptable limits.
• Serve customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service.
• Resolve customer concerns and relay relevant information to supervisor.
• Assure compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.
• Provide service in all retail areas, including cashiering and line serving.

Skills

Food Safety

Cash Handling

Time Management

Teamwork

English Communication

Tools

Cash Register

Job description

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Food Service Worker to prepare, present and serve meals while maintaining food quality and presentation. Responsibilities include prep work, safe handling, cashiering, and ensuring sanitation standards.

The role requires FoodSafe Level 1, strong time management, and the ability to work independently or in a team. English communication is essential, with prior food service experience considered an asset.