Food Services Lead Hand

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in the Metro Vancouver area seeks a Food Services Lead Hand to supervise kitchen staff and ensure quality food preparation. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and significant experience in food service. The role offers competitive hourly pay and requires working various shifts, including weekends. Join a passionate team dedicated to serving the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school supplemented by courses in food handling and preparation.
• Sound knowledge of related health regulations and laws.
• Supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of a moderate selection of menu items and operation of the concession area.
• Planning, assigning, and supervising staff.
• Staffing, scheduling, and control of food product inventory.

Skills

Food handling and preparation

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of health regulations

Education

Completion of high school

Courses in food handling (e.g., FoodSafe)

Job description

Food Services Lead Hand

Competition No: 2024-FSLH

Duration: Auxiliary

Salary: $25.22 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

Last Updated: 6/5/25

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

The City of Burnaby’s Food Services is actively seeking a Food Services Lead Hand to work as part of their kitchen team. If you want to be part of a winning team that is passionate about the work they do, then this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Preparation of a moderate selection of menu items and operation of the concession area.
• Planning, assigning, and supervising staff and performing related clerical and maintenance work during major events.
• Staffing, scheduling and control of food product inventory.

Completion of high school supplemented by courses in food handling and preparation is required (e.g. FoodSafe), along with sound knowledge of related health regulations and laws and supervisory experience. You have experience working in a fast-paced, high volume restaurant, and have the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Pay Rate

$25.22 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Hours of work

This is an auxiliary position, hours and shifts can vary dependent on operational requirements and are scheduled on an as needed basis. Shifts may be up to 8 hours in length, starting as early as 6:00 AM and ending as late as 2:00 AM, Monday to Sunday, 4-5 days a week. Shifts may be scheduled on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Locations

Riverway Clubhouse, Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse and Mintara.

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This position will remain open until it is filled.

Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.

The City of Burnaby acknowledges that we are on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim speaking peoples, and we are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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