Food counter attendant
The attendant is responsible for preparing simple food items, serving customers at counters, and managing take-out packaging. Additionally, they maintain kitchen cleanliness by washing dishes, mopping floors, and storing supplies.
- On-site
- St. John's, NL
- Posted Aug 19, 2026
- Apply by Sep 18, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: No experience (will train) Tasks Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand Keep records of the quantities of food used Package take-out food Portion and wrap foods Prepare, heat and finish simple food items Serve customers at counters or buffet tables Stock refrigerators and salad bars Take customers' orders Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs Handle and store cleaning products Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas Remove kitchen garbage and trash Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses CPR Certificate First Aid Certificate Safe Food Handling certificate Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate Equipment and machinery experience Electronic cash register Grill Transportation/travel information Own transportation Public transportation is not available Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Attention to detail Weight handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Reliability Team player Ability to multitask Initiative Dependability Positive attitude Screening questions Are you currently a student? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Employment terms options Early morning Shift Night Employment terms options Weekend Health benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Night shift premium Other Benefits Free parking available
What you’ll do
The attendant is responsible for preparing simple food items, serving customers at counters, and managing take-out packaging. Additionally, they maintain kitchen cleanliness by washing dishes, mopping floors, and storing supplies.
Requirements
No formal education or prior experience is required as training will be provided. Candidates should possess certifications in First Aid, CPR, Safe Food Handling, and WHMIS.
Benefits
• Health care plan • Vision care benefits • Night shift premium • Free parking
Listed skills
- Time managementPreferred
- Customer servicePreferred
- TeamworkPreferred
- Inventory managementPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Dishwashing
- Food Packaging
- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Cleaning and Sanitization
- Cash Register Operation
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Time Management
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Customer Service & Support
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 18, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level