Food Service Worker, FT, PT

Compass Group Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a Food Service Worker to prepare, present and serve meals with a focus on quality and presentation. The role includes prep work, stocking, cash-handling support, and delivering great customer service in a health-conscious environment.

Ideal candidates will hold FoodSafe Level 1, have strong English communication, and be capable of working independently or in a team to manage a busy workload. Healthcare/food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present and serve meals, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Perform prep work: wash, peel, cut and seed fruits and vegetables.
• Carry pans, kettles and trays to/from stations while following safety standards.
• Store food in designated areas with proper wrapping, dating and rotation.
• Set up items for daily purchase and service in all retail areas.
• Perform general cleaning and remove trash to designated areas.
• Distribute supplies, utensils and portable equipment.
• Use approved recipes and production standards for portion control.
• Serve customers in a friendly, efficient manner per steps of service.
• Resolve customer concerns and relay information to supervisor.
• Ensure sanitation and safety compliance.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

English (written/spoken)

Cash handling awareness

Education

FoodSafe Level 1 Certification

Job description

Prepares, presents and serves meals, ensuring the quality of the food and overall presentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables.
• Carry pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards.
• 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 relays relevant information to supervisor.
• Assure compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.
• Provide service in all retail areas, including cashiering and line serving.

Qualifications:

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Food Service Workers? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• FoodSafe Level 1 Certification.
• Familiar with the use of a cash register is an asset.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to be able 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.