Part-Time Food Service Workers

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Department:

Food & Conference Services

Position Type:

Part-Time Support

Salary Range:

$17.64-$17.64-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Anticipated Start Date:

January 05, 2026

Length of Contract:

4 months

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

January 4, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description:

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development

• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

Anticipated Schedules Include:

Temporary Part-time positions on average are up to five (5) hours per shift. 

Shifts vary by location accommodating mornings, afternoon and evening availabilities.

Weekday and Weekend shifts are available.

Positions are scheduled up to a maximum of 24 hours per week.

**Please complete the below availability questionnaire in addition to submitting your application.

* Position is paid at $17.64/hour

* Interviewing now for positions commencing January 5th, 2026. Ongoing hiring will occur until all positions are filled.

* This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College's Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus

Below are the various opportunities available on campus:

Counter Assistant

To provide friendly and efficient counter service and food production while maintaining hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.  

• Prepares food in an efficient and friendly manner as per customer request while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area;  

• Serves on food line and operates cash register as required;  

• Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required. Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area; 

• Ensures proper labels are utilized for items; 

• Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required. 

Cashier Assistant

The incumbent will provide friendly and efficient cashier transactions at the Food Service location while maintaining a hygienic work area. The Cashier Assistant will assist in stocking shelves and making coffee when able.

• Completes cashier transactions and provide correct change if required;

• Ensure drink fridges, coffee area and cashier shelving are stocked;

• Provides efficient service, keeping areas clean at all times including server counters;

• Cleans, cuts and prepares fruit and vegetables for use in daily menu as required;

• Prepares sandwiches as required;

• Performs housekeeping duties as required.

Production Assistant

The incumbent is responsible for friendly, efficient service following all Algonquin College Food Services and/or branded locations operating standards, policies, and procedures. The Food Production Assistant works to prepare food production for service within the department following par stocks, while maintaining a hygienic work area. The incumbent will assist in stocking and cleaning of area tools when necessary.

• Washes, cuts, and properly stores food items as per directions and/or par stocks while ensuring a clean and sanitized work area; 

• Ensures proper labels are utilized for items; 

• Stocks product, sweeps area, empties garbage, and washes location dishes when required. 

Required Qualifications:

• Secondary School (Grade 10);

• Ability to work independently and/or in a team atmosphere;

• Ability of providing speedy, efficient, courteous and tactful service; 

• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stock a variety of merchandise, 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill;

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, ability to work effectively under pressure;

• Experience in a food service related industry and knowledge of food preparation an asset. Experience handling cash if applying for cashier positions an asset;

• Knowledge in kitchen sanitation and safety standards an asset.

Posting is reflective for the following locations: Marketplace Food Court  | Tim Horton's  | The Fix  | 35th Street Cafe  

This position is subject to the terms of the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement:  PT-Support-Staff-CA_FINAL_EN-1.pdf ) 

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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