Food Service Worker

Position:

Food Service Worker

Contract Type:

Full time; Monday to Friday - 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM

35 hours her week

*this position works 10 months of the year

Duration of Position:

Immediately - June 27, 2024

This is a temporary position and is pending the return of the the person being replaced

Location:

Brooks Composite High School

Application close date:

As soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established

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Grasslands Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that recruits, trains, pays, and promotes employees fairly and equally

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Treaty Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy: Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T’ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

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At Grasslands Public Schools we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:

Student Learning

School + Community Relationships

Inclusive + Healthy Environments

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the Brooks Composite High School is hiring

We are seeking applications for a Food Services Worker, at the Brooks Composite High School. Reporting to the School Principal, the Food Service Worker is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school cafeteria providing and maintaining a safe and clean environment, with prompt, friendly service, while upholding Grasslands values. Please note: this position is under temporary contract, duration of this position could be shortened or extended based on the return of the person being replaced.

The Brooks Composite High School (BCHS) is a high school of approximately 700 students in grades 10-12. We offer a full range of all the academic offerings in addition to a well-respected vocational program that includes Mechanics, Construction, Cosmetology, Foods and Digital Media. We also offer a fine arts program that includes visual arts and performing arts including Music and Drama. In addition, we are pleased to host the district Inclusive Education Program and have a large ELL program that serves the needs of many newcomers to Canada. We are also very proud of the athletic and extracurricular programs at our school. We run a number of teams and clubs that provide students a great number of opportunities to participate in the life of the school.

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS MISSION

Provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.

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It’s great to work at Grasslands

We Prioritize Wellness and Active Living:

We offer health, dental and other extended benefits , effective on the first day under contract with up to 92% * of benefit premiums paid (part time is prorated).

Health Spending Account after six months of employment under contract

P aid Time Off (Paid Sick Leave, Family Medical Leave, Personal leaves).

Grasslands Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Brooks Recreation Services, offer discounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships and passes, for Grasslands employees

We have implemented early dismissal, for students, on Fridays , to give more flexibility in schedules, for colleagues to meet, collaborate, and learn within working hours.

Job Duties:

Perform tasks related to the preparation and operation of the cafeteria and the preparation of meals:

Assist/prepare menus in accordance with established practices and standards;

Assist/prepare and cook complete meals, including meats, fish, vegetables and various other foods; prepare salads, bake bread, rolls, cookies and other pastry/dessert items;

Operate and maintain a variety of kitchen equipment;

Maintain inventory levels (food/supplies) and order same in accordance with estimated needs;

Establish and maintain a stock rotation system to minimize loss;

Check and verify receipt of goods;

Maintain the required standard in the preparation and serving of meals.

Ensure that kitchen equipment and supplies used to perform duties are stored and maintained in a neat and orderly manner.

Research and recommend new food items to the daily menus as required, ensuring that all daily menus and foods provided are nutritionally balanced;

Submit reports of damages or any other requirements for repair as they occur.

Perform all other such duties as may be assigned by the supervisor with new and unusual matters referred to a supervisor for guidance.

Handle all products safely and follow safety procedures prior to using any new products

Complete daily, weekly, and monthly duties as outlined assigned, to ensure a clean and safe environment.

Ideal candidates skills & abilities:

Understanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values.

Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.

Personal integrity and trustworthiness.

Able to prioritize tasks both routine and unexpected, and work with interruptions.

Able to read labels and follow applicable safety protocol.

Able to perform tasks, on every shift, that may be physically demanding that includes but not limited to; climbing and balancing; stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, and reaching; lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing; and prolonged standing.

Able to conduct oneself in a responsible and respectful manner with students, school staff, and visitors, third parties, that is in alignment with division’s policies, guidelines and values.

Able to operate a variety of kitchen and food preparation tools/equipment and assemble and disassemble according to safety procedures and protocols.

Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision, while working independently or on a team, which requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple demands.

Able to ensure that safe working procedures and conditions are always adhered to and follow all Food Safety and OH&S protocols.

Able to effectively communicate while working independently, or with a team, to ensure safe work practices.

Education and Certifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Food Safe Level 1

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Successful applicants will be required to submit before start date :

Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment

* Applicants cannot work before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved*

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Please take note of the documentation required:

Required to Apply:

current resume

contacts for three (3) references (preferably professional)

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