Food Services Worker (Kitchen)

Competition No: 141

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $4,318 - 4,486 - 4,672 - 4,865 - 5,060/month

Schedule:

Special Notes: Subject to Note T' of Schedule B' of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 5/27/24

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

This is food service and routine clerical work in coordinating a food service operation in a municipal facility. An incumbent of this class ensures conformance with established health regulations, safe practices, and established standards. Assists in the scheduling and plans, assigns, supervises, checks and participates in the work of a small group of volunteers engaged in preparing and selling meals, snacks and beverages and cleaning the food service area; trains volunteers as required. A Food Services Worker will be responsible for ordering, receiving, and dispensing supplies; maintains inventory control; inspects equipment to ensure health standards and proper operation of mechanical equipment; and plans menus within budget and nutritional guidelines for lunches, special events and snacks. Other responsibilities include, developing and maintaining standard recipe manuals for product, cost and portion control; implements changes concerning menu items, food prices, sales methods, food service operations and related matters. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include a Diploma in Food Services Technology or Certificate from a Community College in Cooks' training or a related field, plus some related experience i.e., Japanese cooking or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of health regulations and laws pertaining to the preparation, serving and sale of food and beverages in addition to the knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, procedures and equipment used in food service operations in a municipal facility. An incumbent will have sound knowledge of inventory control as related to the work; the types, prices, quantities and sources of commodities, food and beverages required by the food service facility. The ability to coordinate the operation of food service facilities; to accurately estimate the food, beverage, supplies and equipment requirements of food service operations. A Food Services Worker will have the ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, salespeople and the public; and the ability to operate equipment related to the work.

Location: Mintara on Burnaby Mountain and other Food Services locations, as required.

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Work hours depend on operational requirements, typical hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 12:00PM - 8:00PM.

Please apply online by June 5.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Cultureat 604-294-7303if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.