Part-time Food Service Worker - 6 Month Contract (Pembroke Campus)

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution is seeking a Part-time Food Service Worker for a 6-month contract at its Pembroke Campus. The role involves preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and providing exceptional customer service. Candidates should have a high school diploma, food safety training, and at least two years of relevant experience in food service. This position offers hourly pay and requires on-site work.

Qualifications

• Up to High School diploma or equivalent.
• Food safety training certificate.
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience in food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, store, and serve menu items while maintaining cleanliness.
• Offer exceptional, prompt, and friendly service to customers.
• Ensure proper food safety and service procedures are followed.

Skills

Food safety training

Customer service

Food preparation

Cash handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Part-time Food Service Worker - 6 Month Contract (Pembroke Campus)

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Details

Department: Administrative Services

Position Type: Part-Time Support

Salary Range: 24.17-$28.09-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Anticipated Start Date: September 22, 2025

Length Of Contract: 6 Months

Posting Information: This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date: September 16, 2025

Note: Jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description

The incumbent is responsible to properly prepare, cook, store and serve all menu items, while maintaining order and cleanliness throughout the shift. Follow all proper food safety and Algonquin College Food Service procedures and policies. Offer exceptional, prompt and friendly service to customers ordering from the counter. The incumbent is responsible for opening and closing ensuring exceptional customer service.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Pre-Service Preparation
  • Prepares all food required for daily service;
  • Ensure all equipment needed for the day is clean and powered on for service; and
  • Ensures fridges, freezers and counters are properly stocked.
• Service and Operation
  • Prepares menu items as ordered by customers and ensures the accurate identification of same;
  • Ensures proper temperatures are maintained throughout the shift for hot and cold foods;
  • Ensures all food items are properly stored during the shift;
  • Maintains cleanliness of equipment throughout the shift; and
  • Ensures hot food cabinets and display areas are kept impeccably clean and tidy throughout the shift.
• Equipment Maintenance
  • Cleans and filters deep fryers on a scheduled basis;
  • Cleans and sanitizes work areas, walls, floors, grills, hoods on a daily basis;
  • Reports any deficiencies with equipment to Food Services Coordinator in a timely fashion;
  • Keeps glass and counter tops clean and free of debris at all times; and
  • Ensures food dispensers and containers are changed and cleaned daily.
• Miscellaneous
  • Advise Food Services Coordinator of malfunction equipment;
  • Provide customer feedback to Food Services Coordinator in order to continually improve the service;
  • Responsible for assisting with cashier duties, stocking, cleaning and customer service;
  • Ensure cleanliness of work areas;
  • Maintain a safe work environment;
  • Report and / or rectify safety hazards; and
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Up to High School diploma or equivalent;
• Food safety training certificate;
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience in running a kiosk in a commercial food service operation specializing in merchandising, food preparation, sales, cash systems, equipment and customer service.

Anticipated Schedule

Monday - Thursday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Friday 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Notes

This position is paid at Payband C - Comparator

Vacancy is for P21861

This position is an 8-month per year position with an annual seasonal layoff

Site

This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus

Equal Opportunity

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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