Food counter attendant
The attendant is responsible for preparing and serving simple food items while taking customer orders at counters. They must maintain a clean and sanitized environment by washing dishes, cleaning kitchen surfaces, and managing waste disposal.
- On-site
- Hamilton, ON
- Posted Aug 16, 2026
- Apply by Sep 15, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: No experience (will train) Tasks Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs Place dishes in storage area Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand Package take-out food Portion and wrap foods Prepare, heat and finish simple food items Serve customers at counters or buffet tables Take customers' orders Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas Remove kitchen garbage and trash Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors Security and safety Bondable Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Personal suitability Team player Employment terms options Evening Shift Morning Night Employment terms options On call Day Weekend Overtime available Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week
What you’ll do
The attendant is responsible for preparing and serving simple food items while taking customer orders at counters. They must maintain a clean and sanitized environment by washing dishes, cleaning kitchen surfaces, and managing waste disposal.
Requirements
No formal education or prior experience is required as training will be provided. Candidates must be bondable, have their own transportation, and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
- Customer servicePreferred
- TeamworkPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Sanitization
- Dishwashing
- Order Taking
- Food Packaging
- Kitchen Cleaning
- Inventory Storage
- Teamwork
- Time Management
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Customer Service & Support
- Manufacturing
- Retail
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 15, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level