Cafeteria Worker

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Job Responsibilities

1. Planning and preparation

• Assist in developing operational plans
• Work with the manager and school staff to plan and coordinate catering for special events
• Participate in general menu planning for the week and specific daily menus
• Assist the manager in inventory control activities including food, supplies, and equipment
• Maintain records and reports (e.g. counting and recording the amount of leftovers, and number of opened cans to keep an accurate record of food used)

2. Food Service

• Set up and prepare food in accordance with the daily menu plan
• Prepare food and beverage items according to standardized recipes and established food preparation procedures
• Serve students and staff at the counter
• Ensure adequate supply of beverages, snacks, etc. are available
• Prepare and deliver food and beverages for in-school meetings and events

3. Facility service

• Ensure the cafeteria is accessible during regular hours
• Remove used dishes and clean the counter, table, and furniture in the area
• Ensure the kitchen area is cleared and dishes, utensils, equipment, and linens are washed
• Ensure the food service area exceeds standards for cleanliness and safety
• Advise manager of equipment malfunctions and the need for replacement or repairs

4. School support

• Participate in special events and celebrations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager and principal
• Assist co-workers during peak periods and to handle heavy workload

Qualifications

• High school diploma, plus two years of related experience
• Safe Food Alberta or equivalent certification is required
• Knowledge of food preparation principles and practices, and inventory control principles
• Knowledge of the safe handling of food, tools, equipment, and Occupational Health and Safety practices and procedures
• Awareness of the school’s programs and operations

Working Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday - 3 Hours a Day

Year-Round School (August to June)

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.

As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.

Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.