Food Counter Attendant

Job Summary

This permanent position requires working 30 hours weekly at a food service counter. No formal education such as a degree, certificate, or diploma is needed, and training will be provided to the successful candidate. The work language is English.

Primary Duties

• Package food items for take-out customers.
• Accurately portion and wrap various foods.
• Prepare, heat, and complete simple food preparations.
• Attend to customers at counters or buffet stations.
• Restock refrigerators and salad bar areas.
• Take and process customer orders professionally.
• Operate both manual and electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim food products.
• Receive, unpack, and properly store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards, and other storage spaces.
• Dispose of kitchen waste and garbage promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, washing, and polishing floors.

Working Conditions

• Physically demanding tasks requiring standing for long periods.
• Repetitive activities under potentially stressful conditions.

Personal Attributes

• A focus on serving clients effectively.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Ability to work well within a team setting.
• A consistently positive and approachable attitude.

Additional Benefits and Support

• Offers support for persons with disabilities through community programs and inclusive recruitment practices.
• Provides assistance and resources for newcomers and refugees, including settlement help and credential recognition.
• Includes youth-specific support such as tailored on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Flexible onboarding options for Veterans to facilitate smooth transition to civilian work environments.
• Engages with Indigenous communities and organizations to foster relationships.
• Promotes a work environment that discourages age discrimination and supports mature workers.
• Delivers diversity and cross-cultural training to support visible minorities.