Part-time Food Service Workers - Student Positions Available

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

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Ottawa seeks part-time Food Service Workers for student positions. The roles involve various duties, including food preparation, cashiering, and ensuring kitchen safety. Ideal candidates are enrolled students at the college with a Grade 12 diploma. This opportunity offers flexible scheduling up to 24 hours per week, catering to students' class times.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and/or in a team atmosphere.
• Experience in a food service related industry is an asset.
• Knowledge in kitchen sanitation and safety standards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food items are stocked and stored according to policies.
• Provide friendly, efficient food service as a counter assistant.
• Operate the point of sale as a cashier assistant.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Independent and team work

Education

Secondary School (Grade 12) diploma

Enrolled student at Algonquin College

Job description

Part-time Food Service Workers - Student Positions Available page is loaded

Part-time Food Service Workers - Student Positions Available

Apply locations Ottawa Campus time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R172138

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Department:

Food & Conference Services

Position Type:

Student

Salary Range:

$17.20-$27.00-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

August 25, 2025

Length of Contract:

Posting Information

Posting Closing Date:

October 2, 2025

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description:

Food & Conference Services offers student employment opportunities to enrolled Algonquin College students. There is a selection of opportunities for you to work on campus, reflective of your class schedule

Applicants must submit their FALL 2025 Algonquin College course timetable. Please upload a copy along with your resume to your application.

Anticipated Schedules Include:

Positions are scheduled up to 24 hours per week (3 to 4 shifts).

Some positions require early morning, daytime, evening and weekend hours.

*Please complete the below availability questionnaire in addition to submitting your application.

https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/2025Fall

*Position is paid at $17.20/hour

* Positions commencing August 25th, 2025. Ongoing hiring will occur until all positions are filled.

* Schedules are reflective of positions, with a maximum of 24 hours/week.

* This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus

Merchandiser and Cleaner

• The student in this role ensures that incoming food and grocery items are stocked and stored as per department policies. They are to ensure all high touch locations are sanitized, including fridges, tables, counters, food service machines and serving utensils. In addition, they will sweep, dust, wash dishes and empty garbage receptacles and may need to cover co-worker service breaks.

Counter Assistant

• As a counter service assistant with the Food Service department, this student role offers friendly, efficient service while preparing food as ordered by the customer. They are required to ensure accuracy in the preparation of the requested menu items while following required food safety processes.

Cashier Assistant

• As an assistant cashier with the Food Service department, this student role offers friendly, efficient service while operating the point of sale. They are required to ensure accuracy in transactions while keeping their station clean, sanitized and stocked.

Production Assistant

• As a food production assistant with the Food Service department, this student role prepares food items for service such as sandwich table items, grab n go products, and recipe ingredients for main course production. Offers friendly, efficient service while preparing food as ordered by the customer. They are required to ensure accuracy in the preparation of the requested menu items while following required food safety processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Secondary School (Grade 12) diploma;

• Must be an enrolled student (Fall 2025) at Algonquin College;

• Ability to work independently and/or in a team atmosphere;

• Ability of providing speedy, efficient, courteous and tactful service;

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stock a variety of merchandise,

• Experience in a food service related industry and knowledge of food preparation an asset;

• Experience handling cash if applying for cashier positions an asset;

• Knowledge in kitchen sanitation and safety standards an asset.

Posting is reflective for the following locations: Marketplace Food Court | Tim Horton’s | The Fix | 35th Street Cafe

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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