Food Service Worker - Supportive Housing

Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.

Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.

The Position

The Food Service Worker supports the operation of Housing Services food programs by assisting with meal preparation, attending to kitchen safety and cleanliness, and collaborating with staff and residents to ensure nutritious meals are available daily. The role contributes to creating a welcoming, safe, and efficient kitchen that meets health and safety standards and promotes resident well-being.

Overview 

• Job status: Regular, Part-Time
• Job title: Food Service Worker - Supportive Housing
• Hours of Work: Monday - Wednesday (11:30am-7pm)
• Work site: Supportive Housing
• Date Posted: June 1, 2026
• Close Date: June 15, 2026
• Hourly wage: $27.33 – $29.24 per hour
• Reports to : Housing Services Manager

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Recent, related experience of six (6) months
• Certificate in related field.
• Familiarity with harm reduction and Housing First approaches.
• Awareness of street culture and the needs of residents exiting homelessness.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office, email, and kitchen inventory systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Current Food Safe Certificate Level I.
• Requires Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check clearance.

Skills

• Basic food preparation skills and ability to follow recipes accurately
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Strong dishwashing and kitchen cleanup skills with attention to hygiene standards
• Ability to manage inventory, restock supplies, and support basic administrative tasks
• Strong communication skills to report issues and collaborate with team members
• Reliable and safety-focused when transporting food between locations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality and consistency in food service

Working Condition and Physical Requirements

• Works in a commercial kitchen within a residential housing program.
• Attends to duties in environments with active substance use, requiring awareness and safety practices.
• Must climb stairs, lift up to 80lbs, and work in warm, humid conditions.
• Uses cleaning chemicals and equipment to maintain sanitary food services.

We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.