Food and Hospitality Services Assistant

2 months ago


Guelph, Ontario, Canada University of Guelph Full time

Forbes Recognizes University of Guelph as One of Canada's Best Employers

Casual Food and Hospitality Services Assistant

University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus

Please submit your application by emailing your:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Availability

This position will be based at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus in Ridgetown, ON. Reporting to the Sous Chef, the Food and Hospitality Services Assistant is responsible for food preparation and serving, kitchen maintenance, and hospitality services for the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support at Steckley Hall front desk, general hospitality services such as making beds and changing sheets, and provide support services at events to stakeholders and clients.
  • Assist with banquets and other large-scale functions, as well as provide catering responsibilities, including serving tables, carrying trays of plates, distributing plated meals to guests, setting up and tearing down tables and table settings at venues across campus.
  • Maintenance of the food services areas, including cleaning, warewashing, and stocking supplies.
  • Serve clients and operate the point-of-sale system while providing exceptional customer service to all.
  • Read and interpret recipes to mix, prepare, and assemble salads, desserts, dressings, and special menu items; cook pasta, potatoes, eggs, stir-fry food, and make sandwiches.
  • May include the use of deep fat fryers, grills, steamers, and/or ovens and other kitchen equipment; record temperature, monitor, and record amounts prepared/amounts left over.
  • Maintain all food items at proper temperatures as instructed and respond to client requests for service, special diets, as well as other information in a friendly and helpful manner.
  • While observing strict safety rules, maintain a clean and sanitary work area, especially in kitchen and dining areas, which may include sweeping, scrubbing, cleaning tables, countertops, washing dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, and ensure the safety of food and food contact surfaces while maintaining sanitation standards.

Requirements:

  • Completion of Secondary School and one year experience and familiarity with specialized cooking equipment, point-of-sale system, and general practices related to food services.
  • WHMIS, Food Handlers Certificate, and First Aid required.
  • Knife handling, customer service skills, and knowledge of cleaning chemicals/equipment required.

Hourly rate $18.11 – $20.22 per hour

The University of Guelph is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.



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