Food Service Worker Part Time

Compass Group Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning culture

Career opportunities

Health & Safety focus

Health benefits

Mental health resources

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking a friendly food service associate to prepare, present and serve meals while ensuring food quality and safe handling in healthcare, hotel or retail settings.

You will perform prep work, cashier duties, and daily operations with strong sanitation and customer service standards. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety guidelines, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• FoodSafe Level 1 certification is required.
• Experience with cash registers is an asset.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Food service experience in healthcare/hospital/retail is an asset.
• Physical ability to carry out duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, wash, peel, cut and seed fruits and vegetables.
• Serve customers in a friendly, efficient manner and take payments.
• Ensure food temperatures and portions meet standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across all areas.
• Carry supplies and move items between stations safely.
• Address customer concerns and relay information to supervisor.
• Assist with setup and daily stocking in all retail areas.

Skills

FoodSafe Level 1

Cash Handling

Time Management

Teamwork

English Proficiency

Food Service Experience (asset)

Safety Awareness

Tools

Cash Register

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

• 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.

What’s in it for you?

• Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
• The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
• Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
• Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
• A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
• We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.

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