Posting Title

FPS 09R - Food Service Worker

Position Classification

Food Production Services R9

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$29.16 to $32.85 hourly effective April 5, 2026

Close Date

4/7/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

6/30/2027

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Specialized Intervention and Youth Justice

Job Summary

The Team The Dietary Services team is a small group of nine, including five Food Service Workers, three Chefs, and one Supervisor, who work together to provide food services to Burnaby Youth Custody and other client groups as necessary seven days per week. With a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support, this team is committed to serving wholesome meals and making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth.

The Role This Food Service Worker role prepares nutritious meals aligned with the Canada Food Guide using safe food‑handling practices to meet a wide range of dietary needs. There are some opportunities in this position to incorporate your creativity into menu design. In this role you will help ensure the youth have access to safe, balanced meals as food plays an important role in care and stability.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

Certified in Food Safety Training Program.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience orienting new employees.

• Experience cooking or prepping food in a professional capacity.

• WHMIS training or certification.

• Janitorial, housekeeping or other professional cleaning experience.

• Experience taking inventory and making orders.

Provisos

• Must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays.

• Must be willing and able to do shift work including rotational patterns such as 4 on–4 off and/or 4 on–2 off.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Stephanie.Sawa@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position: This position has full time on-site requirements.
This position is part time, for as and when, shift coverage. Biweekly hours will vary depending on shift availability Monday through Sunday.
This is a temporary opportunity for approximately 1 year. This position may be extended.
A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future full time and part time, temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply: Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Correctional Services, Health Services, Trades and Operational