Part-time Food Service Workers - Student Positions Available

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local college in Ottawa is seeking students for various roles in their Food & Conference Services. Positions available include Merchandiser, Counter Assistant, Cashier Assistant, and Production Assistant. Candidates must be currently enrolled at Algonquin College and have a Secondary School diploma. The roles require excellent customer service abilities and a capacity to follow food safety standards. Competitive pay rates starting at $17.20/hour with flexible hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be an enrolled student at Algonquin College for Fall 2025.
• Experience in a food service-related industry is an asset.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stock and sanitize incoming food and grocery items.
• Provide friendly, efficient service while preparing food.
• Operate the point of sale and ensure accuracy in transactions.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Courteous service

Food safety knowledge

Education

Secondary School diploma

Enrolled student at Algonquin College (Fall 2025)

Job description

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

Sc heduled 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.