CC#26-09-06, Casual Cafeteria Worker- Cobequid Family

Competition #: CC#26-09-06 Position: Casual Cafeteria Union: CUPE Family of Schools: Cobequid Locations: Cobequid Family Geographical Area: Colchester County Status: Casual Salary: 20.60 Additional Info: Post Date: Wednesday July 29, 2026 Close Date: Tuesday June 1, 2027 at 12:00:00PM Anticipated Start Date: As Needed End Date: As Needed Introduction CCRCE is accepting applications for casual Cafeteria Workers. Casual Cafeteria Workers work on-call in the schools they are interested in throughout CCRCE. Cafeteria Workers are responsible for:- Preparing and serving food from scratch for school food programs, primarily the lunch program- Performing kitchen duties such as maintaining food safety logs (e.g. temperature checks), washing dishes, collecting and removing compost, recyclables and garbage, cleaning and organizing work areas, equipment, services stations and floorsRestocking supplies as required Minimum Requirements - Completion of a culinary course preferred-Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.- Completion of food safety training program (or willingness to complete upon offer of employment).- Able to perform physically strenuous duties of the position, including heavy lifting (possibly up to 50 lb), walking and/or standing for the majority of each shift, and working in an environment with heat fluctuations. - Availability for early morning shift start times as required.- Valid NS Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle. Additional Assets - Excellent people skills, with the ability to interact with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds - Strong time-management skills. Closing Notes Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at [email protected] or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations

Cafeteria workers are responsible for preparing and serving food for school programs while maintaining kitchen hygiene and safety standards. They also perform essential tasks such as cleaning work areas, managing waste, and restocking supplies.

Candidates should have experience in a related kitchen environment and possess or be willing to obtain food safety certification. The role requires physical stamina for lifting and standing, as well as access to a reliable vehicle for travel.

• Time managementPreferred
• Heavy LiftingPreferred
• CleaningPreferred
• interpersonal skillsPreferred
• Food safetyPreferred
• Food preparationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food preparation
• Food safety
• Kitchen maintenance
• Cleaning
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Heavy lifting
• Inventory management
• Physical Stamina
• Food Safety Certification
• Lifting Ability
• Valid Driver's License
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Food Preparation
• Food Programs
• Waste Management
• Interpersonal Communications
• Inventory Management
• Safety Standards
• Sanitation
• Time Management

• Food & Beverage
• Education
• Social Services
• Cafeteria Worker
• Family / School / General Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Jul 1, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week