Food Service Worker I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a part-time Food Services worker to support patient and staff meals. Duties include portioning and serving meals, washing/peeling vegetables and fruit, and preparing items such as tea, coffee and toast, and cleaning dishes and utensils. The role requires Grade 10 and a Food Safe Level 1 certificate.

CRC required? Yes. The position starts Oct. 20 2026 with a 0.52 FTE at an hourly rate of $25.82.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent education/training/experience.
• Food Safe Level 1 certificate.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Grade 10

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

1600-2000

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$25.82 - $25.82

Paid FTE

0.52

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

37.33

Planned Start Date

Oct. 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.