Part Time - Food Service Worker

George Brown College; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

George Brown Polytechnic seeks a Part Time Food Service Worker to support meal prep and daily operations at 185 Queens Quay East. The role involves food handling, maintaining hygiene, and assisting with snack service for children, under supervision.

Immediate start; 24.00 CAD per hour; 24 hours per week; on-site work with varied days; closing date Aug 28, 2026. Applicants must have food service training, safety knowledge, and ability to lift moderately; criminal background check required.

Qualifications

• Minimum secondary education or equivalency.
• Food Handler's course completed and Safety awareness considered.
• Minimum one year experience in busy food service.
• First aid and clear criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Unpacks and distributes all food containers for next day pickup.
• Prepares and serves morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack; checks allergy list and substitutes as needed.
• Receives and checks delivered food for temperature; labels, dates, rotates stock.
• Maintains menus posted for parents and staff; updates food restrictions.
• Cleans and maintains appliances (dishwasher, fridge, oven, stove).
• Cleans surfaces and keeps pantry and bins organized.
• Flushes water taps and logs temperatures; maintains floors.
• Assists with laundry, sleep routines and other duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

EDII commitment

Education

Secondary school completion

Food Handler's course

Food Service Worker Certificate

First aid certificate & criminal record check

Job description

Competition Number: REQ 7442

TITLE: Part Time - Food Service Worker

DIVISION: Faculty of Community Services and Interdisciplinary Studies

SALARY: $24.00 per hour

SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday(varied)

HOURS PER WEEK: 24

LOCATION: 185 Queens Quay East

WORK MODALITY: On-site

STATUS: Regular Part Time Support

VACANCY: Replacement

EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately

CLOSING DATE: August 28, 2026

Land Acknowledgement: George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

Equity Statement: George Brown Polytechnic is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

GBP Vision: To be a polytechnic renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Unpacks and distributes all food containers from caterer and get ready for next day pick up.
• Organizes, prepares, and sets up for morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack; checks allergy list and place appropriate food and milk substitutions for individual children on room trays; takes temperature of food prior to serving into serving dishes; cover food with lid or wrap; store food in appropriate bins.
• Checks food received in delivery bin from Caterer and checks temp and document; label and date food; rotate stock; check for spoilage.
• Documents actions on monthly record sheets; ensures that appropriate menus are posted for parents and staff referral; checks with manager to ensure that Food Restrictions are up-to-date and posted in kitchen and playrooms.
• Maintains all appliances including the dishwasher, freezer, fridge, oven, and stove by cleaning and completing all applicable tasks related to each appliance.
• Cleans, disinfects, and wipes counter tops/shelves/pantry/bins/sinks/service trolleys.
• Flushes all water taps for five minutes; submits flush and temperature logs to office.
• Maintains floors by sweeping and washing.
• Provides support to the staff and program by transferring laundry from washer to dryer; assists with sleep time and other routines when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Minimum Secondary School completion or equivalency.
• Food Service Worker Certificate (preference) or several completed courses from certificate in progress, along with successful completion of the Food Handler's course and Safety awareness.
• Minimum one-year (1) experience working in a busy food service environment preferably in a health or service industry.
• Fundamental knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WHMIS.
• First aid certificate and Clear Criminal Record Check are required.
• Job duties require recurring periods of moderate physical effort and periods of moderate lifting.

Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment following established policies and procedures; willingness to learn and accept direction; must be able to be very job focused and have attention to detail.
• Ability to exhibit excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with the teaching staff, children, families, and all stakeholders; willingness to provide a service that enhances dignity and respect; high level of flexibility; must be courteous and patient.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a busy, noisy environment with interruptions while remaining calm and organized to meet the day-to-daytime lines.
• Demonstrated ability to perform various cleaning duties; must be thorough and conscientious.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and display good judgment and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision; strong time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the polytechnic's priorities on equity, diversity, inclusion and Indigenization (EDII).

Note: All prospective staff being considered for thesepositions will be required to undergo a criminal reference check.

Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.

Notes:

• The Polytechnic requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.
• Priority will be given to internal candidates per our Part-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement. External candidates are welcome to apply, and their applications will be considered after the internal review is complete. George Brown Polytechnic may keep applications for up to 12 months and may contact you for future opportunities.

About Us:

George Brown Polytechnic prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a great place to work. See why we are consistently rankedas one of GTA's top employers. George Brown Polytechnic offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates who require accommodation in the hiring process may contact [e-mail] confidentially.