Pita Pit Crew Member

Conestoga Students Incorporated; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga Students Incorporated is hiring part-time Pita Pit Crew Members at the Doon Campus. This role involves preparing food, engaging with customers, and maintaining high cleanliness standards while assisting students in a vibrant college atmosphere. Ideal candidates must be full-time students, bringing enthusiasm and a commitment to service excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Paid Sick Days

Cultural Event Observance

Discounts at food services

Qualifications

• Must be a fee-paying full-time student.
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Cultural competence and food handler's certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and beverage items according to specifications.
• Engage with guests through excellent customer service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the work environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Cooking Skills

Teamwork

Education

Full-time enrollment at Conestoga College

Job description

Location : Conestoga College Doon Campus Pita Pit (may be eligible to work at other locations as needed)

Time Requirement : Up to 20 hours per week (some evenings and weekends may be required)

Reporting to : Food Services Supervisor

Hourly Wage : $20.65

Revised : 2024

Company Overview

Conestoga Students Incorporated (CSI) was founded in 1973 and is the official student association representing more than 21000 students at all Conestoga College campuses. All full-time fee-paying students are the owners and customers of CSI and we are dedicated to serving the students to the best of our ability.

Conestoga Student Services Incorporated (CSSI) in close collaboration with CSI provides the students of Conestoga College with a variety of services related to food hospitality and wellness.

CSIs mission is to enhance student satisfaction and success by providing a variety of student services at a cost justified by the results. To achieve this mission we are working to ensure students have access to skills development.

Why Join Us

CSI is a team of enthusiastic individuals ready to assist students in their academic and professional ventures. CSI is committed to supporting its team members every step of the way through active coaching and opportunities to develop the necessary skills for all professional fields.

CSIs student employees also have access to :

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid time off to observe culturally significant events
• Discounts at our food services outlets

For more information on what we do and the services we offer please check out our website at : Overview

Pita Pit Crew Members are responsible for engaging with guests and students through genuine customer service while processing orders and preparing food / drink items. In the course of this work Pita Pit Crew Members will be required to operate cash registers cooking ranges and other cooking equipment. Occasionally restocking and storing inventory will also be necessary. In carrying out the duties of this position a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Food Services Supervisor. It is also important that the Pita Pit Crew Members work extremely closely with the Food Services Supervisor to ensure that they are up to date on the basic overall operations of CSSIs Pita Pit restaurant. In all activities it is crucial that the Pita Pit Crew Members recognize that service to students and guests is a top priority.

You will learn to :

• Plan prepare and present quality food and beverage for a variety of hospitality environments.
• Deliver customer service and solutions that anticipate meet and / or exceed individual expectations as well as organizational expectations standards and objectives.
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation and safety in a food service establishment.

Duties and Responsibilities

General

• Prepare food and drink items in accordance with the provided specifications / recipes
• Operate cooktops and other kitchen equipment
• Take orders and serve guests in accordance with CSSIs guidelines for excellent customer service
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the products and pricing of food beverages and specials
• Operate cash register to accept various types of tender from guests provide proper change to guests balance cash drawer and receipts and document discrepancies
• Count and handle cash with accuracy
• Count till before every shift to ensure it contains the correct starting float amount
• Complete accurate opening and closing reports
• Track inventory and restock / store when needed
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure the health & safety of guests and coworkers at all times; clean and sanitize all work areas and frequently touched surfaces before and after every use including (but not limited to) : food preparation area cooking equipment storage areas floors service areas
• Work as a team with fellow Pita Pit Crew Members

Other General Duties

• Work in accordance with corporate by-laws policies and procedures particularly to the CSSI Mission Statement
• Practice professionalism and impartiality when handling sensitive personal information
• Maintain confidentiality for business practices
• Strict adherence to Health & Safety laws policies and procedures
• Adhere to CSSIs work attire standards
• Work in an organized manner where detail accuracy and confidentiality are critical
• Attend meetings and committees when required
• Work with members of the College to build strong relationships between CSSI and Conestoga College
• Mandatory attendance at monthly staff meetings and CSSI-related training days
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

This position may spend long periods of time standing and walking. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 50lbs may also be required from time to time.

Environmental Conditions

This position performs work primarily in an enclosed food preparation area and is faced with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Work is also required with and near hazardous kitchen equipment including (but not limited to) a cooking range and sharp objects. Some work may be required after regular hours and on weekends.

Sensory Demands

This position may require long periods of work in a warm environment.

Mental Demands

This position is expected to maintain a consistent sense of urgency while completing multiple competing priorities within short timeframes which can cause significant stress. The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Conestoga College and be a fee-paying student
• Must be available to work up to 25 hours per week on days evenings and weekends as required
• Candidates will be asked to demonstrate the following :
• Deep understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation
• Understanding of CSSIs food services
• Comprehension of instructions and information relating to CSSIs food services
• Cultural competence
• Food Handlers Certificate is a great asset but not required

STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

All students in this position must :

• Maintain a full-time course load. Part-time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and require a reduced load
• For Spring term positions (May to August) students must be returning to full-time studies in the Fall term in order to be eligible.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number

International students must :

• Hold a valid Canadian study permit that allows on-campus employment
• Adhere to all requirements stated on their study permit
• Adhere to all Canadian student visa requirements

How to Apply

Application Materials

To have your application considered you must prepare the following Application Materials :

• A resume letter or audio / video recording that provides the following information :

Why you are interested in this position

• What skills and / or experiences you have that you feel would be helpful in this position
• Whether you are willing and able to perform work at other campuses
• If you are an international student : A Study Permit that allows you to work on campus during the Fall 2025 semester

Instructions

If you are interested in this opportunity please apply through the Conestoga Students Inc. website at providing all of the above Application Materials. If you are an international student please also provide a copy of your Study Permit allowing for on-campus employment during the Fall 2025 term.

Accessibility Diversity & Inclusion

Conestoga Students Inc. is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment without regard to any prohibited ground of discrimination. If you anticipate any need for accommodations for disabilities in the process of applying interviewing or working please feel free to let us know as soon as possible and at any time so that we are most equipped to provide a barrier-free experience.

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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