KCA Cafeteria Worker (6 hour)

Government of Nova Scotia; Town of Kentville; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cafeteria Worker to join their team at Kings County Academy. This role involves food preparation, cooking, and maintaining cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in food and menu preparation, a current Food Handling Certificate, and a passion for working with students. Join a supportive team and contribute to a positive school atmosphere while ensuring nutritious meals are served to students. If you are organized and enjoy a dynamic work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and menu planning is essential.
• Must have a Food Handling Certificate and enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food, manage kitchen duties, and assist with canteen sales.
• Maintain inventory control and support the school recycling program.

Skills

Food and menu preparation experience

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere

Knowledge of food and nutrition policy

Enjoy working with students

Current Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Cafeteria Worker

Kings County Academy

Vacant Position

Effective immediately

Hours: 6 hours per day

Rate of Pay: As per CUPE Collective Agreement ($17.08)

Closing Date for Applications: Midnight, April 8, 2025

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Collective Agreement Local 3876.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Must have experience in food and menu preparation.
• Must be organized, neat/tidy and have clean work habits.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Must have knowledge of food and nutrition policy for Nova Scotia Public Schools.
• Must enjoy working with students.
• Must have a current Food Handling Certificate.

Responsibilities:

• Cashier, as required.
• Cooking, baking, and preparation of food.
• Keeping daily accounts and inventory control.
• Selling canteen items at recess and noon.
• Kitchen duties as required in coordination with the cafeteria team (stocking shelves, cleaning, dishes, etc.)
• Support of the school recycling program.
• Substitute for Head Cafeteria Worker, as required.

Qualified applicants from within CUPE Bargaining Unit Local 3876 will be considered first. Should there be no qualified applicants from within the Bargaining Unit, new applicants will be considered.

Please include the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three work-related references.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Employment with the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education is contingent upon providing a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.