Food Service Worker I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) on Salt Spring Island, BC, is seeking a part-time Food Services worker. The role involves portioning and serving meals, washing vegetables, and preparing simple items such as tea, coffee and toast, contributing to patient and staff nourishment in a busy hospital setting.

Applicants should have Grade 10 and a Food Safe Level 1 certificate, with strong communication skills and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Food Safe Level 1 certificate.

Responsibilities

• Portion and serve meals.
• Wash and peel vegetables and fruit; prepare items like tea, coffee, toast.
• Wash dishes and utensils.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 10

Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

LMH

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

06:30-11:00

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$25.82 - $25.82

Paid FTE

0.59

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

42.19

Planned Start Date

Oct. 30 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

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.