Part-Time Food Service Workers - Permanent Positions Available
Top Benefits
About the role
Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.
Department:
Food & Conference Services
Position Type:
Part-Time Support
Salary Range:
$17.64-$17.64-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Anticipated Start Date:
August 25, 2025
Length of Contract:
Posting Information
Posting Closing Date:
October 2, 2025
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION'S TOP EMPLOYERS (2024)
- Algonquin College offers a culture of inclusion and growth.
- Algonquin College values the different life situations, cultures and beliefs represented by its diverse staff. The college honours religious holidays and makes accommodations for employees needing time off to celebrate their culture. Employees across all groups – Academic, Administrative and Support – may be eligible for leave on religious holidays. Religious holiday accommodations are necessary only if the dates are scheduled work days.
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to work onsite in a vibrant campus community in the heart of Ottawa, helping to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success;
- A culture of learning and development, with opportunities for multiple career paths and professional growth leveraging Algonquin College’s Centre for Organizational Learning and tuition support opportunities to take college courses;
- Part time employees benefit from vacation pay, consistent scheduling, and individuals may also enroll in the CAAT Pension Plan.
The incumbent is required to commit to the established dates and hours for the RPT position to be considered for this role.
Anticipated Schedules Include:
Regular Part-time positions on average are up to five (5) hours per shift.
Shifts vary by location accommodating mornings, afternoon and evening availabilities.
Weekday and Weekend shifts are available.
Positions are scheduled up to 24 hours per week.
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Ottawa Campus.
**Please complete the below availability questionnaire in addition to submitting your application.
https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/2025Fall
- Position is paid at $17.64/hour
- Interviewing now for positions commencing August 25th, 2025. Ongoing hiring will occur until all positions are filled.
- This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus
- Food & Conference Services offers permanent part-time employment opportunities that range from eight (8) month terms to twelve (12) month terms during the Fall and Winter school semesters. (Subject to seasonal layoff ranging from 0-4 months dependent on position)
Below are the various opportunities available on campus:
Counter Assistant
To provide friendly and efficient counter service and food production while maintaining hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.
- Prepares food in an efficient and friendly manner as per customer request while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Serves on food line and operates cash register as required;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required. Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Ensures proper labels are utilized for items;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required.
Cashier Assistant
The incumbent will provide friendly and efficient cashier transactions at the Food Service location while maintaining a hygienic work area. The Cashier Assistant will assist in stocking shelves and making coffee when able.
- Completes cashier transactions and provide correct change if required;
- Ensure drink fridges, coffee area and cashier shelving are stocked;
- Provides efficient service, keeping areas clean at all times including server counters;
- Cleans, cuts and prepares fruit and vegetables for use in daily menu as required;
- Prepares sandwiches as required;
- Performs housekeeping duties as required.
Production Assistant
The incumbent is responsible for friendly, efficient service following all Algonquin College Food Services and/or branded locations operating standards, policies, and procedures. The Food Production Assistant works to prepare food production for service within the department following par stocks, while maintaining a hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.
- Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Ensures proper labels are utilized for items;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required.
Required Qualifications:
- Secondary School (Grade 10);
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team atmosphere;
- Ability of providing speedy, efficient, courteous and tactful service;
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stock a variety of merchandise,
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skill;
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, ability to work effectively under pressure;
- Experience in a food service related industry and knowledge of food preparation an asset. Experience handling cash if applying for cashier positions an asset;
- Knowledge in kitchen sanitation and safety standards an asset.
Posting is reflective for the following locations: Marketplace Food Court | Tim Horton’s | The Fix | 35th Street Cafe
This position is subject to the terms of the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement:
2021-24-PT-Support-Staff-CA_FINAL_EN-1.pdf (algonquincollege.com)
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
About Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Algonquin’s success in numbers:
- 90% of graduates have jobs within six months of graduation
- 96% of graduates would recommend Algonquin to others
- 92% of employers are happy with the quality of Algonquin programs
Situated across three beautiful campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke and Perth, Algonquin provides an extensive range of hands-on learning programs, offering degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas, graduate certificates and certificates.
As the largest college in eastern Ontario, we continue to expand our facilities — with four major new buildings in three years — accommodating an ever-growing student population, supported by innovative technologies, unique programs, and experienced professors with a passion for applied learning.
Our ‘Fourth Campus’ is the limitless, virtual territory of online studies and support.
If you’re ready to start a career, or enhance the one you have, the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning gives you options:
Full-time Online If you’re a self-directed and committed learner, full-time online programs give you an alternate, flexible way to achieve a diploma or certificate.
Part- time Online Part-time online learning allows you to work around your busy schedule from your own home, or anywhere.
Part-time On Campus For some students, learning is easier face-to-face. Studying part-time on campus is all about gaining skills through hands-on experience in specialized labs.
Part-Time Food Service Workers - Permanent Positions Available
Top Benefits
About the role
Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.
Department:
Food & Conference Services
Position Type:
Part-Time Support
Salary Range:
$17.64-$17.64-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Anticipated Start Date:
August 25, 2025
Length of Contract:
Posting Information
Posting Closing Date:
October 2, 2025
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Job Description:
RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION'S TOP EMPLOYERS (2024)
- Algonquin College offers a culture of inclusion and growth.
- Algonquin College values the different life situations, cultures and beliefs represented by its diverse staff. The college honours religious holidays and makes accommodations for employees needing time off to celebrate their culture. Employees across all groups – Academic, Administrative and Support – may be eligible for leave on religious holidays. Religious holiday accommodations are necessary only if the dates are scheduled work days.
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to work onsite in a vibrant campus community in the heart of Ottawa, helping to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success;
- A culture of learning and development, with opportunities for multiple career paths and professional growth leveraging Algonquin College’s Centre for Organizational Learning and tuition support opportunities to take college courses;
- Part time employees benefit from vacation pay, consistent scheduling, and individuals may also enroll in the CAAT Pension Plan.
The incumbent is required to commit to the established dates and hours for the RPT position to be considered for this role.
Anticipated Schedules Include:
Regular Part-time positions on average are up to five (5) hours per shift.
Shifts vary by location accommodating mornings, afternoon and evening availabilities.
Weekday and Weekend shifts are available.
Positions are scheduled up to 24 hours per week.
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Ottawa Campus.
**Please complete the below availability questionnaire in addition to submitting your application.
https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/2025Fall
- Position is paid at $17.64/hour
- Interviewing now for positions commencing August 25th, 2025. Ongoing hiring will occur until all positions are filled.
- This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus
- Food & Conference Services offers permanent part-time employment opportunities that range from eight (8) month terms to twelve (12) month terms during the Fall and Winter school semesters. (Subject to seasonal layoff ranging from 0-4 months dependent on position)
Below are the various opportunities available on campus:
Counter Assistant
To provide friendly and efficient counter service and food production while maintaining hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.
- Prepares food in an efficient and friendly manner as per customer request while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Serves on food line and operates cash register as required;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required. Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Ensures proper labels are utilized for items;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required.
Cashier Assistant
The incumbent will provide friendly and efficient cashier transactions at the Food Service location while maintaining a hygienic work area. The Cashier Assistant will assist in stocking shelves and making coffee when able.
- Completes cashier transactions and provide correct change if required;
- Ensure drink fridges, coffee area and cashier shelving are stocked;
- Provides efficient service, keeping areas clean at all times including server counters;
- Cleans, cuts and prepares fruit and vegetables for use in daily menu as required;
- Prepares sandwiches as required;
- Performs housekeeping duties as required.
Production Assistant
The incumbent is responsible for friendly, efficient service following all Algonquin College Food Services and/or branded locations operating standards, policies, and procedures. The Food Production Assistant works to prepare food production for service within the department following par stocks, while maintaining a hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.
- Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;
- Ensures proper labels are utilized for items;
- Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required.
Required Qualifications:
- Secondary School (Grade 10);
- Ability to work independently and/or in a team atmosphere;
- Ability of providing speedy, efficient, courteous and tactful service;
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stock a variety of merchandise,
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skill;
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, ability to work effectively under pressure;
- Experience in a food service related industry and knowledge of food preparation an asset. Experience handling cash if applying for cashier positions an asset;
- Knowledge in kitchen sanitation and safety standards an asset.
Posting is reflective for the following locations: Marketplace Food Court | Tim Horton’s | The Fix | 35th Street Cafe
This position is subject to the terms of the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement:
2021-24-PT-Support-Staff-CA_FINAL_EN-1.pdf (algonquincollege.com)
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
About Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Algonquin’s success in numbers:
- 90% of graduates have jobs within six months of graduation
- 96% of graduates would recommend Algonquin to others
- 92% of employers are happy with the quality of Algonquin programs
Situated across three beautiful campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke and Perth, Algonquin provides an extensive range of hands-on learning programs, offering degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas, graduate certificates and certificates.
As the largest college in eastern Ontario, we continue to expand our facilities — with four major new buildings in three years — accommodating an ever-growing student population, supported by innovative technologies, unique programs, and experienced professors with a passion for applied learning.
Our ‘Fourth Campus’ is the limitless, virtual territory of online studies and support.
If you’re ready to start a career, or enhance the one you have, the Centre for Continuing and Online Learning gives you options:
Full-time Online If you’re a self-directed and committed learner, full-time online programs give you an alternate, flexible way to achieve a diploma or certificate.
Part- time Online Part-time online learning allows you to work around your busy schedule from your own home, or anywhere.
Part-time On Campus For some students, learning is easier face-to-face. Studying part-time on campus is all about gaining skills through hands-on experience in specialized labs.