Healthy food, School food, Food programs

Hiring: Food Program Assistant – Casual
Organization: Cumberland Community Schools Society
Location: Cumberland, near Courtenay, Vancouver Island BC

Are you looking for part-time casual employment in the Village of Cumberland? Do you enjoy working with children and have experience in the food service industry? CCSS is looking for a self-motivated individual with a flexible schedule to join our kitchen team as a Food Program Assistant.

The Food Program Assistant will work alongside other staff members to facilitate our school lunch program. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Shifts range from 3 to 5 hours, Monday through Thursday during the day.

What we offer:

• Casual work in the Village of Cumberland. No guaranteed hours.
• $26.27/hour
• Mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle (when applicable)
• Supportive environment to learn, contribute and be connected to the community

What we are looking for:

• At least 1 year experience in a food service environment preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Positive approach to solving problems
• Ability to multi-task and to work quickly and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Ability to follow directions, and to demonstrate initiative and be resourceful
• Ability to lift heavy objects and remain standing throughout the shift
• Excellent communication skills
• Must enjoy interacting with young children and youth
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Food Safe certification an asset
• Class 5 Driver's License, clean driving record and access to a vehicle is an asset

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Food preparation, food portioning
• Organizing class lists and meals to be delivered to classrooms
• Supervising youth who are helping with basic kitchen tasks
• Washing dishes and cleaning kitchen
• Shopping for food & supplies

Other Information

Successful applicants will be required to provide a criminal record clearance.

CCSS is committed to the values of diversity and inclusion. We welcome the spectrum of human diversity including race, gender, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and religion.

How to Apply

Please email resume and cover letter to director@ccssociety.org with subject line ‘Food Program Assistant’. The cover letter should clearly articulate why you are a good fit for our organization and this position. Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

The HR Committee will review applications on a rolling basis and contact those that have been shortlisted for an interview. Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest, however, only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.