Lead Hand - Cafeteria Worker

University Of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Of Toronto is seeking a Cafeteria Leader to supervise and manage a team of cafeteria staff at Hart House on the St. George campus. This full-time position requires three years of related experience, strong leadership, and effective communication skills. The role includes managing food inventory, operating the cash register, and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• Three years of related experience necessary.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of cafeteria workers and oversee their work.
• Maintain inventory of food items and manage cash handling.
• Report on group performance and correct work as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Public Relations

Communication

Cash Handling

Education

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Date Posted: 06/16/2025
Req ID: 43477
Faculty/Division: VP & Provost
Department: Hart House
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

General Description of Class

Under general supervision, acts as a leader of a group of Cafeteria workers, operates a cash register, receives and issues cash, andorders and maintains inventory of specific food items.

Typical Duties

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of the responsibility involved in this position. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated.

The flexibility of the employee to perform a wide variety of functions is necessary for successfully fulfilling the requirements of this position. The degree to which each employee performs each of the following tasks listed below will vary according to where and when the employee is scheduled to work.



-Inspects the work of the group and directs corrections as needed;


-Reports attendance and performance of the group;


-receives instructions and interprets them to the members of the group;


-identifies and reports defective equipment and supplies;


-orders and maintains inventory of specific food items daily;


-may perform the duties of a Cafeteria Worker; and


-other related duties as required.


Minimum Requirements for Selection

Education: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

Experience: Three years of related experience.

Other: Ability to lead, ability to handle figures rapidly, ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English, considerable public relations skills (courtesy and tact), and may be required to complete a University of Toronto server training program. Successful completion of food safety training.

Closing Date:06/24/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: CUPE Local 3261
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-TimeFlexible Hours based on operational demands,including evenings, weekends
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:Job Rate: $26.82/hr
Job Category: Hospitality