Food Service Worker I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking casual Food Service Workers to support Food Services Operations. In this role you will portion and serve meals, wash and peel vegetables and fruit, and prepare items such as tea, coffee and toast. You will also wash dishes and utensils in a busy kitchen environment.

You must have Grade 10 or equivalent, and a Food Safe Level 1 certificate. Strong communication and physical stamina are required to work in this setting.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Food Safe Level 1 certificate.

Responsibilities

• Portion and serve meals.
• Wash and peel vegetables and fruit.
• Prepare items such as tea, coffee and toast.
• Wash dishes and utensils.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 10

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$25.82 - $25.82

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Aug. 20 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Positions at this level perform a variety of duties within Food Services Operations such as portioning and serving meals, washing and peeling vegetables and fruit, preparing items such as tea, coffee and toast, and washing dishes and utensils.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Food Safe Level 1 certificate.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.