Kitchen Steward (Porter), Culinary Services

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Saskatchewan is seeking a dishroom/kitchen support role to ensure sanitation, maintenance, and efficiency across dishroom and related kitchen areas. The successful candidate will report to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef and assist with central storeroom and catering deliveries as required.

The position is full-time, 12 months with potential extension, on-site at the campus. Salary ranges from $16.75 to $20.43 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Food Safe Certificate and WHMIS required.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards of daily operations in washing pots, dishes, pans and utensils.
• Inspect kitchens and dishroom for cleanliness and order; prepare items for catering.
• Maintain inventory and safe storage of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Operate dishroom and kitchen equipment; perform basic maintenance.
• Clean and sanitize fridges, storage and work areas.
• Handle cleaning supplies and chemicals safely.
• Assist with catering deliveries and central stores warehouse.
• Support other Culinary Services areas as needed.

Skills

Efficiency in high volume

Lifting heavy objects

Independence

Working under pressure

Adaptability

Learning quickly

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Follow instructions

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Primary purpose is to ensure a high standard of sanitation, maintenance, and efficiency in the areas of the Dishroom as well as other areas of the kitchen as needed. This position also provides support in the central storeroom and may assist with catering deliveries as needed.

Primary Purpose:

Primary purpose is to ensure a high standard of sanitation, maintenance, and efficiency in the areas of the Dishroom as well as other areas of the kitchen as needed. This position also provides support in the central storeroom and may assist with catering deliveries as needed.

Nature of Work:

The successful applicant will report directly to the Sous Chef and the Executive Chef and provides assistance to kitchen supervisors as requested. Shifts are subject to change with business demands and will include Early Mornings, Evenings and/or Weekends.

The incumbent is accountable to the Consumer Services Team Charter and is aligned with its purpose, vision, and values, holding themselves and each other accountable to these guiding principles.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Maintain standards of daily operations in the areas of washing of pots, dishes, pans, and cooking utensils.
• Inspect kitchens, dishroom, and equipment for cleanliness and order; takes inventory of china, silverware, and glassware as well as prepares them for catering and special events.
• Maintain inventory and safe storage of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Regular operation and basic maintenance of dishroom and kitchen equipment.
• Regular cleaning and sanitation of fridges, storage, and work areas.
• Safe handling of cleaning supplies and chemicals.
• Walk catering delivery to/from destinations while maintaining a timely schedule.
• Assist in the Central Stores warehouse.
• Assist with deliveries to satellite locations.
• Assist in all other areas of the Culinary Service operation as required.

Qualifications

Education:

The incumbent requires Grade 12.

Licenses:

• Food Safe Certificate is required
• WHIMIS Certificate is required
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Experience:

Previous experience in a within a fast paced kitchen environment.

Skills:

• Ability to work efficiently and productively in a high volume setting for protracted periods of time.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to adapt or respond to changing priorities and variable workloads.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Positive attitude and the ability to interact productively and collaboratively with coworkers.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and request clarification when needed.

Department: Culinary Services

Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension or becoming seasonal.

Employment Group: CUPE 1975

Shift: Shifts are scheduled and subject to change based on business demands and include early mornings, evenings, weekends and STAT holidays.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $16.75 - 20.43 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1

Posted Date: 8/12/2026

Closing Date: 9/22/2026 at 6:00 pm CST

Number of Openings: 1

Work Location: On Site

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable

Driver's License and Abstract Check: Yes

Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable

Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.