Food Service Worker

Interior Health; Nelson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization is seeking a Food Service Worker to join the Support Services Team in Nelson, BC. In this casual role, you will be responsible for serving meals, preparing food items, and maintaining cleanliness in food service areas. The position requires Grade 10 education and a Food Safe Certificate. Emphasis is on providing reliable, flexible, and motivated support in a dynamic work environment. Apply now to join a team committed to well-being and sustainability in a beautiful community.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Responsibilities

• Portioning and serving meals and beverages in dining rooms or cafeterias.
• Counts, weighs, and measures ingredients for food preparation.
• Washing and peeling vegetables and fruit.
• Assembling beverages and food items.
• Setting up and delivering meal carts.
• Cleaning food service areas.

Skills

Reliable

Flexible

Motivated

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Food Safe Certificate

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking a Food Service Worker to join our Support Services Team at Nelson Fairview Gardens, in Nelson, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

Food Service Worker:

• Portioning and serving meals and beverages within a dining room and/or cafeteria operation.
• Counts, weighs and/or measures ingredients for assigned food preparation area.
• Washing and peeling vegetables and fruit.
• Assembles beverages and food items - tea, coffee, sandwiches, salads, bag lunches, items for Meals on Wheels program.
• Setting up and delivering meal carts.
• Cleaning of food service areas.

This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

This position works a rotating schedule that includes day, evening, and night shifts as follows: 12:30 to 20:30, 13:30 to 21:30

About this Location

Nestled in the Selkirk Mountains along the shores of Kootenay Lake, Nelson is a lively, artistic community known for its rich culture and breathtaking scenery. With a historic downtown filled with unique boutiques, galleries, and cafes, Nelson offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city creativity. The surrounding mountains and lake offer endless outdoor recreation, from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking, biking, and kayaking in the summer. Known for its vibrant arts scene and commitment to sustainability, Nelson is a welcoming town that attracts artists, outdoor enthusiasts, and families alike. With a focus on community and creativity, it’s a place where nature, art, and culture come together for an exceptional lifestyle.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers as well as one of B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualifications

• Grade 10, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Food Safe Certificate.

**Employer support for BC PNP application is not an entitlement of, or guaranteed with, employment.**