Food Services Shift Lead

Conservation Halton was created to protect, restore and manage the natural resources in our watershed but we have grown to become so much more. Today, we protect our communities and conserve our natural environment through planning, education and recreation and to support our partners in the creation of sustainable communities within our watershed.

We are looking to build our team with the kind of inspired, ambitious, and strategic people that are not satisfied with the status quo, are excited by the opportunity in every challenge and are driven by meaningful, measurable results. If you are looking to join an environmentally focused and socially conscious community organization, then we are looking for you

Conservation Halton is proud to be recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers.

**Department**:Food Services

**Type of Contract**: Contract, Seasonal

**Work Location**:Milton, ON, L9E 0C6

**CH Site**: Glen Eden

**Posting Start Date**: September 9, 2024

**Posting End Date**: October 9, 2024

**Your Opportunity**:
The primary responsibilities of this position include:

- Lead Food Service Attendants through daily tasks, supporting staff and visitors as needed
- Prepare and serve food, following food handling and safety procedures; ensuring food safety protocols are followed by all staff
- Ensure proper operation of equipment. Notify Supervisor/Coordinator if equipment is not functioning properly.
- Maintain a clean and organized food service area, including stock room
- Notify supervisor when additional inventory is required and assist Food Supervisor with daily/weekly inventory counts and receiving food & drink deliveries.
- Greet customers and respond to requests in a friendly and efficient manner
- Process payments following established cash handling procedures
- Responsible for securing cash and floats at the start and end of every shift
- Sell merchandise and related items
- Assist with staff training both pre-season and in-season.
- Communicate with senior staff and other departments at Conservation Halton as needed
- Work in accordance with the Conservation Halton’s Safety Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all other related manuals.
- Other duties as assigned

**Your Qualifications**:

- Previous experience in the food industry is preferred. Interest in hospitality, restaurant, resort management is beneficial.
- Strong customer service and communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with both visitors and various levels of Conservation Halton Staff
- Ability to manage and supervise multiple locations (west lodge/ east lodge) during a shift.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule (evenings, nights and holidays), depending on visitation levels
- Previous experience in a leadership role is an asset
- Previous point of sale and Clover device experience is an asset
- Ability to travel to a site not serviced by public transportation
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, and walk for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Ability to move food and drinks to different locations as needed
- Smart Serve Certificate is an asset

**Your Reward**:

- Starting at $17.51 per hour
- Part time and full-time hours available; hours may vary depending on availability
- The position’s expected start date is December 7, 2024
- You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
- You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
- You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees
- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
- Season passes for Glen Eden
- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise

**Our Core Values**:
**Diversity and Inclusion** - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

**Learning and Innovation** - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

**Person-Centered Service** - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

**Collaboration** - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

**Sustainability** - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

**Integrity** - We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

**Resilience** - We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

**To Apply**:
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected