Food Service I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services’ Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary is hiring a Food Service I in a Casual/Relief role. You will prepare, portion and package meals, assemble patient trays and deliver meals, while upholding safety and sanitation standards under supervision of a Food Services Supervisor.

The position requires Grade 10, ability to lift up to 46 lbs, push/pull carts up to 250 lbs, and strong English communication. Weekend shifts and ongoing orientation are included.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Physically capable to lift up to 46 lbs and push/pull meal carts up to 250 lbs.
• Walk and stand for the duration of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, handle, portion and package food and beverages.
• Assemble trays and serve meals in dining rooms.
• Provide patient meal delivery and pick up.
• Order and put away unit supplies.
• Safely operate and clean food service equipment.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and food prep standards.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Organizational skills

English communication

Basic math

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Imagine a supportive employer, fantastic work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a difference. As a dedicated member of the Patient Food Services (PFS) department, you could make a significant impact by providing nutritious, healthy, high quality meal service to patients, residents, staff, visitors, and the community. This Casual position is located at Peter Lougheed Centre. You will be accountable for performing a variety of tasks to ensure a quality patient, resident, and customer experience. Under the general supervision of a Food Services Supervisor, you will use your customer service, teamwork and organizational skills to independently: Prepare, handle, portion and package food and beverages. Assemble trays in the kitchen and/or serve meals in a dining room setting. Provide patient meal delivery and pick up. Order and put away unit supplies. Safely operate and clean industrial food service equipment. Adhere to safety, sanitation, and food preparation standards in accordance with AHS policies and guidelines. The successful candidate will be able to: Work independently in a fast-paced environment with speed and accuracy. Work under pressure in high stress situations. Communicate effectively in English with patients, co-workers, and other hospital departments. Demonstrate critical thinking skills and initiative. Work as an effective, professional team member. Demonstrate a patient first approach as outlined in the AHS Foundational Strategies. Perform basic math functions to measure out food portions.

Description:

As a Food Service I, you will be responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks associated with basic food preparation in accordance with established standards and procedures. Your typical duties may include packaging and portioning food items, preparing food according to set guidelines and menus, serving meals to patients and customers, and cleaning and sanitizing equipment, dishes, tables, and serving areas.

• Classification: Food Service I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Nutrition and Food Services
• Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $22.05
• Maximum Salary: $23.69
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Food Service I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Nutrition and Food Services
• Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $22.05
• Maximum Salary: $23.69
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.Physically capable to lift food, supplies and equipment up to 46lbs and must be able to push/pull meal carts up to 250lbs.This position requires you to walk and stand on your feet for the duration of your shift.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English effectively. Demonstrated reliability, cooperation, and professionalism in both appearance and work habits. Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision. Knowledge of safe food handling practices and routine sanitation procedures. Strong motor coordination and manual dexterity. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to departmental guidelines and standards. Physically fit to meet the demands of the role. Ability to follow simple instructions and interpret basic calculations or drawings. Successful completion of a literacy test as required by department policy. Excellent attendance record, with reliability and personal suitability verified through employment history and references. Basic proficiency in computer applications and related technology. All new employees must be able to attend 1-4 days of Patient Food Services’ new employee orientation. Strong mathematical skills, accurate ingredient measurement, attention to detail, time management and food production support preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

1 year customer service experience.1 year food service experience in healthcare.Experience in a hospital or longterm care environment.Experience with inventory management; receiving deliveries, managing expiry dates, and minimizing waste while utilizing “First In – First Out” procedures.Experience with Commercial Food Service Equipment.Food Safe Certification or equivalent.WHMIS training.Must be able to work morning shifts.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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