Concession Worker

The Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Mathxwí First Nation. With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers.

Why the Abbotsford School District?

Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and succeed.

Every day, in every classroom and office at Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 21,000 students. We provide a workplace that fosters creativity, inspires excellence, and challenges everyone to embrace growth. 

Why Abbotsford?

Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley and surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This unionized position is a 10-month, continuing position based out of Colleen & Gordie Howe Middle School. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. This position is eligible to participate in the Extended Health & Dental Plan, as well as pension contributions to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Under the general direction of the Feeding Futures Coordinator or designate, the Concession Worker prepares, heats and cooks simple food items, serves students at food counters, supervises volunteers and is responsible for cash handling and calculating cost of supplies.

The Concession Worker is also responsible for clearing tables, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen/concession areas, washing dishes, and performing other duties as assigned.

This position may be requested to move to an alternate location in the future.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Operate basic kitchen equipment such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer.
• Maintain kitchen/concession area in a clean and organized manner.
• Prepare food/drink products by using proper food handling techniques.
• Clean/sanitize concession/kitchen thoroughly before end of shift.
• Cash handling and calculating cost of supplies.
• Keep items stocked and displayed as required.
• Order products as required
• Perform all other such duties as may be assigned by the Feeding Futures Coordinator or designate.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Grade 12 diploma, or equivalent, supplemented by a Food Safe Certificate; a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate or ability to obtain; Occupational 1st Aid level 1, or Emergency 1st Aid, or ability to obtain. A minimum of 6 months recent experience working in a concession or kitchen setting. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License. As well, incumbents also require the following:

• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office programs, internet and internet-based programs, with the ability to learn other software programs;
• Proven ability to determine, judge and select appropriate courses of action in accordance with established policies and procedures;
• Understanding and awareness of cultural diversity;
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, self-motivate, and meet deadlines;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to provide service and relationship to the public and School District in a professional, respectful, positive and courteous manner;
• Proven ability to establish and maintain positive, effective work relationships in a team environment at all times;
• Proven ability to use tact and discretion and maintain confidentiality in matters pertaining to the School District;
• Working knowledge of WHMIS and WorkSafe BC occupational health and safety regulations and the demonstrated ability to work in a manner that recognizes personal safety and the safety of others;
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable and resilient to change;
• Ability to explain complex or simple instructions or information clearly to others