WS Cafeteria Worker (6 hour-Term)

Government of Nova Scotia; Wolfville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Wolfville, Nova Scotia seeks a Cafeteria Worker for a term position effective immediately until April 1, 2026. Responsibilities include food preparation, cashier duties, and supporting the cafeteria team. Qualified applicants must have experience in food preparation, a current Food Handling Certificate, and enjoy working with students. Competitive pay as per CUPE agreement at $20.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in food and menu preparation is essential.
• Must maintain cleanliness and organization in the workplace.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cashier duties as needed.
• Handle cooking and food preparation tasks.
• Manage daily accounts and inventory control.
• Sell canteen items during breaks.
• Assist with various kitchen duties in coordination with the team.
• Support recycling initiatives within the school.
• Serve as a substitute for the Head Cafeteria Worker when needed.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Organized and tidy work habits

Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere

Knowledge of food and nutrition policy

Enjoy working with students

Current Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Cafeteria Worker

Wolfville School

Term Position

Effective immediately until April 1, 2026

6 hours per day

Rate of Pay: As per CUPE Collective Agreement ($20.60)

Closing Date for Applications: Midnight, November 19, 2025

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Collective Agreement Local 3876.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Must have experience in food and menu preparation.
• Must be organized, neat/tidy and have clean work habits.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced atmosphere.
• Must have knowledge of food and nutrition policy for Nova Scotia Public Schools.
• Must enjoy working with students.
• Must have a current Food Handling Certificate.

Responsibilities:

• Cashier, as required.
• Cooking, baking, and preparation of food.
• Keeping daily accounts and inventory control.
• Selling canteen items at recess and noon.
• Kitchen duties as required in coordination with the cafeteria team (stocking shelves, cleaning, dishes etc.)
• Support of the school recycling program.
• Substitute for Head Cafeteria Worker, as required.

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager at [e-mail] or [phone]. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Qualified applicants from within CUPE Bargaining Unit Local 3876 will be considered first. Should there be no qualified applicants from within the Bargaining Unit, new applicants will be considered.

Please include the names, telephone numbers and email addresses of three work-related references.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Employment with the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education is contingent upon providing a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.