Utility Worker I

College of the North Atlantic; Stephenville; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of the North Atlantic invites applications for a Casual Utility Worker I at Bay St. George Campus in Stephenville, NL.

You will support kitchen production and culinary programs by cleaning, sanitizing, stocking, and maintaining safe work areas. You will handle stock receipt and unloading, rotate inventory FIFO, assist with counts and reporting, and perform related duties to ensure smooth program operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School (equivalencies considered).
• Recent experience performing general labour duties in similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Receive, inspect, and unload stock shipments with physical handling.
• Maintain sanitation of all kitchen areas and floors.
• Rotate stock using FIFO to minimize waste.
• Assist with inventory tracking and reporting shortages.
• Perform related duties to support kitchen operations.

Skills

General labour

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary Information

CG19 - $37,965.20 - $40,968.20 per annum.

Duties And Responsibilities

Supporting both production staff of the kitchen and the Cooking and Baking programs, the Utility Worker I will:

• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, and related kitchen equipment to support program delivery and food production activities.
• Receive, inspect, and unload incoming stock shipments, which requires the ability to perform physical lifting and material handling.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas, including food preparation surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and disinfect kitchen floors and high-traffic areas to maintain a safe, hazard-free environment.
• Clean, organize, and maintain dry storage areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers to ensure proper sanitation and orderliness.
• Rotate stock using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method to ensure proper inventory control and minimize waste.
• Assist with inventory tracking, including stock counts, recording usage, and reporting shortages or inventory concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support kitchen and culinary program operations.

Screening Criteria

• Completion of High School ( equivalencies will be considered ).
• Recent, relevant experience performing general labour duties in an institutional, commercial, industrial, or similar environment.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of safe and effective practices related to general labour, including cleaning, material handling, and maintaining work areas.
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Professionalism.
• Interpersonal skills.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Performs heavy lifting, carrying, and movement of supplies, equipment, and food products as part of daily duties.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Bay St. George Campus.
• This is a casual position. Scheduling and hours of work may vary, with no guaranteed weekly hours.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF).
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Diane Grandy, Selection Board Chair, by email at [e-mail] .
College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!