Food Program Assistant

Job summary

The Food Program Assistant is responsible for food preparation, portioning, and delivering meals to classrooms. Additional duties include supervising youth helpers, cleaning the kitchen, and shopping for supplies.

Job details

Job Opportunity Position: Food Program Assistant - Casual Organization: Cumberland Community Schools Society Location: Cumberland BC, near Courtenay / Comox Valley BC Are you looking for part-time casual employment in the Village of Cumberland? Do you enjoy working with children and have experience in the food service industry? CCSS is looking for a self-motivated individual with a flexible schedule to join our kitchen team as a Food Program Assistant. The Food Program Assistant will work alongside other staff members to facilitate our school meal program at Cumberland Community School. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Shifts range from 3 to 5 hours, Monday through Thursday during the day. What We Offer Casual work in the Village of Cumberland. No guaranteed hours. $27.06/hour Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle (when applicable) Supportive environment to learn, contribute and be connected to the community What We Are Looking For At least 1 year experience in a food service environment preferred Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Positive approach to solving problems Ability to multi-task and to work quickly and efficiently in a fast paced environment Ability to follow directions, and to demonstrate initiative and be resourceful Ability to lift heavy objects and remain standing throughout the shift Excellent communication skills Must enjoy interacting with young children and youth Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality Food Safe certification an asset Class 5 Driver's License, clean driving record and access to a vehicle is an asset Duties & Responsibilities Include Food preparation, food portioning Organizing class lists and meals to be delivered to classrooms Supervising youth who are helping with basic kitchen tasks Washing dishes and cleaning kitchen Shopping for food & supplies Other Information Successful applicants will be required to provide a criminal record clearance. CCSS is committed to the values of diversity and inclusion. We welcome the spectrum of human diversity including race, gender, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and religion. Preference will be given to folks currently residing in Cumberland or the Comox Valley. How To Apply Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line 'Food Program Assistant'. The cover letter should clearly articulate why you are a good fit for our organization and this position. The HR Committee will review applications on a rolling basis and contact those that have been shortlisted for an interview. Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest, however, only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. Please mention you saw this at FoodWork.ca.

What you’ll do

The Food Program Assistant is responsible for food preparation, portioning, and delivering meals to classrooms. Additional duties include supervising youth helpers, cleaning the kitchen, and shopping for supplies.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally have at least one year of food service experience and a Food Safe certification. A Class 5 Driver's License and the ability to lift heavy objects are also considered assets.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food Preparation
• Food Portioning
• Kitchen Cleaning
• Multi-tasking
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Supervision
• Confidentiality
• Resourcefulness

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Education
• Social Services
• Hospitality
• Administrative