Food Service Worker - Supportive Housing

RGIT Australia; Powell River; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Lift Community Services is seeking a Food Service Worker to support meal preparation and kitchen operations in a supportive housing setting in Powell River, BC. The role requires attention to safety, hygiene, and collaboration with residents and staff to ensure nutritious meals are available.

This part-time permanent position offers hours Monday to Wednesday (11:30am-7pm) with a wage of CA$27.33–CA$29.24 per hour. Applicants should have Grade 12, related experience, and a relevant certificate.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Six months related experience preferred.
• Certificate in related field.
• Familiarity with harm reduction and Housing First approaches.
• Awareness of street culture and resident needs exiting homelessness.
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Office, email, inventory systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Requires Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and kitchen safety.
• Attend to hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with staff and residents to provide nutritious meals daily.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and support inventory tasks.

Skills

Basic food preparation

Food safety & sanitation

Kitchen organization

Inventory management

Team communication

Safe food handling

Reliability & safety

Education

Grade 12

Related certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Kitchen inventory systems

Job description

Food Service Worker - Supportive Housing

Powell River, British Columbia, Canada • CA$27.33 - CA$29.24

Part-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 10 Sep 2026

Description

Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.

Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.

The Position

The Food Service Worker supports the operation of Housing Services food programs by assisting with meal preparation, attending to kitchen safety and cleanliness, and collaborating with staff and residents to ensure nutritious meals are available daily. The role contributes to creating a welcoming, safe, and efficient kitchen that meets health and safety standards and promotes resident well-being.

Overview

• Job status: Regular, Part-Time
• Job title: Food Service Worker - Supportive Housing
• Hours of Work: Monday - Wednesday (11:30am-7pm)
• Work site: Supportive Housing
• Date Posted: September 10, 2026
• Close Date: September 24, 2026
• Hourly wage: $27.33 – $29.24 per hour
• Reports to: Housing Services Manager

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Recent, related experience of six (6) months
• Certificate in related field.
• Familiarity with harm reduction and Housing First approaches.
• Awareness of street culture and the needs of residents exiting homelessness.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office, email, and kitchen inventory systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Requires Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check clearance.

Skills

• Basic food preparation skills and ability to follow recipes accurately
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Strong dishwashing and kitchen cleanup skills with attention to hygiene standards
• Ability to manage inventory, restock supplies, and support basic administrative tasks
• Strong communication skills to report issues and collaborate with team members
• Reliable and safety-focused when transporting food between locations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality and consistency in food service

Working Condition and Physical Requirements

• Works in a commercial kitchen within a residential housing program.
• Attends to duties in environments with active substance use, requiring awareness and safety practices.
• Must climb stairs, lift up to 80lbs, and work in warm, humid conditions.
• Uses cleaning chemicals and equipment to maintain sanitary food services.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.

Company Overview

Lift Community Services is an community-based non-profit society that offers community programs and services that improve the lives of people living in the qathet Region. We work with people facing barriers and community partners to build relationships, find solutions to community challenges, and mobilize resources to help community members get the support they need to thrive. We offer housing and employment services, and a range of other inclusive, supportive services like literacy supports, food security programs, family services, harm reduction and health care services, complex care housing services, and more.