Food Counter Attendant

Role Overview

This position involves various duties related to food service, cleanliness, and customer interaction within a fast-paced environment in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver clean dishes, flatware, and related items to serving zones and arrange tables.
• Clear and sanitize tables, trays, and seating areas promptly.
• Operate dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, glassware, and utensils efficiently.
• Store cleaned dishes properly after washing.
• Replenish condiments and necessary supplies at tables and food service stations.
• Handwash and sanitize dishes and utensils when needed.
• Maintain records documenting quantities of food utilized.
• Package meals for take-out service.
• Portion food appropriately and wrap items securely.
• Prepare, warm, and finalize simple food orders.
• Serve patrons at counters or buffet-style stations.
• Restock refrigerators and salad bars with fresh items.
• Take customer orders with accuracy and courtesy.
• Use manual and electric kitchen tools to clean, peel, slice, and trim food products.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen work areas, storage, equipment, and appliances.
• Handle receiving, unpacking, and storage of supplies in designated areas.
• Remove kitchen waste and trash regularly.
• Sweep, mop, wash, and polish floors to maintain cleanliness.
• Wash, peel, and cut vegetables and fruits as needed.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work takes place in a high-speed, dynamic setting.
• Tasks will be repetitive in nature.
• Employees will stand for long durations.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure is necessary.

Candidate Profile

• Strong focus on customer service is essential.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Dependable and reliable work ethic.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Additional Details

• Training will be provided; no prior experience required.
• This is a permanent position.
• Working hours range from 30 to 40 hours per week.
• Shifts may include early morning, morning, evening, night, weekends, and potential overtime.
• Primary working language is English.
• Employee benefits include dental, health care, and vision care plans.