Food Service Worker , Temporary

The Food Service Worker I portions, packages and/or serves food items according to menu, diet protocol, portion control and temperature standards within an acute care or continuing care setting. The position is also responsible for washing and putting away dishes and cleaning kitchen and surfaces throughout the kitchen. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 408 St. Michael's Collective Agreement.

Classification: Food Service Worker I

Union: COV CUPE 408 (St. Michael's)

Unit and Program: All NFS areas within SMHCL

Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.40

Posting End Date: 19-FEB-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 01-MAR-2026

Temporary End Date: 20-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift: 3.0, 4.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 1

Shifts per cycle: 4

Shift Pattern: Days

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $18.36

Maximum Salary: $20.02

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.

Additional Required Qualifications: Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, fluent in English. Basic computer skills are necessary. Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Possess good time management skills, able to follow directions, work to deadlines and have attention for detail. Capable of meeting the physical demands of the position; able to stand for long periods of time and ability to frequently lift at least 60 lbs. and possess the fortitude to work in a continuing care setting.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous food service experience in a care facility or an institutional setting, WHMIS, Food Safe Certification and Customer Service course work are all desired.