Food Service Worker Part Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada in Hamilton is hiring a Food Service Worker to prepare, present and serve meals, ensuring quality and attractive presentation. You will perform prep work (washing, peeling, cutting), assist in daily service, handle cash register as needed, maintain cleanliness and sanitation, and support operations across retail and food stations.

No prior Canadian work experience is required; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Time management and organizational skills to manage heavy workload.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• Good command of English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Cash handling experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, peel, cut and seed fruits and vegetables.
• Carry pans, kettles and trays safely between stations.
• Store food with proper wrapping, dating and rotation.
• Set up items for purchase daily.
• Perform general cleaning and waste disposal.
• Distribute supplies, utensils and portable equipment.
• Follow approved recipes and production standards for quality.
• Serve customers in a friendly, efficient manner.
• Address customer concerns and relay information to supervisor.
• Ensure sanitation and safety compliance across areas.
• Provide service in all retail areas, including cashiering and line serving.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

English language

Independent work

Education

FoodSafe Level 1 Certification

Tools

Cash register

Job description

The hourly wage is $18.00. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

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.