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Food Server

Red Deer, AB
CA$20/hour
Mid Level
part_time
full_time

Top Benefits

15% of hourly rate instead of vacation, holidays, and benefits.

About the role

Position Information

Position Title

Food Server

Position Summary

The food servers are responsible for providing excellent customer service, taking orders, serving food and beverages, and ensure quality service in the Cornerstone Dining Room and act as the main contact between the kitchen staff and customers.

Position Responsibilities

  • Confirm reservation details, including date, time, guest count, and special requests.

  • Ensure tables are set for service by placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils, napkins and glassware

  • Use a notepad or POS system to record orders promptly and accurately; clearly noting any special requests

  • Clear empty plates and occasionally assist in washing dishes.

  • Payment options for guests’ cash, credit card, or digital payments.

  • Inform guests of any menu or policy changes promptly and professionally.

  • Offer the best available seating with a welcoming attitude.

  • Quickly resolve customer complaints or service issues while maintaining personable and professional communication.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent to about 12 years of schooling.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a 1-year college certificate, one year University or equivalent.

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$20.40 / hour

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community**.**

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2025-A-154

Employment Type

Term-Certain Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

4

Desired Start Date

10/20/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

04/13/2026

FTE

Hours of Work

Hours of work will vary and may include evenings

Open Date

09/17/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter

  • Resume

Optional Documents

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Education
501-1000

Red Deer Polytechnic is located in Red Deer, Alberta, halfway between the major centres of Calgary and Edmonton.

Since 1964, when our story began as Red Deer College, our post-secondary institution has proudly served our students and communities. Now, as a polytechnic institution, we will continue to offer apprenticeships, certificates, degrees, micro-credentials and degrees, with expanded connections to industry, applied learning opportunities and interdisciplinary study as key features of the student experience.

We welcome you to study with us. We also welcome you to join us as a vibrant gathering place in our community. With two campuses and impressive facilities, Red Deer Polytechnic is an ideal place to learn, work, collaborate, conduct research and enjoy events.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.