Job Description

As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations

Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Coordinators, you will assist in the preparation of a variety of daily pre-set food menu items for the Parks & Recreation food services, as well as in the preparation for catering services. Duties will include: food preparation; assisting in the preparation of pre-set menu items such as sandwiches, salads and hot entrees; preparing and general kitchen cleaning including, but not limited to, washing dishes, cleaning of preparation and service counters and kitchen equipment and utensils; and replenishing stock.

Requirements Include:

• Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience in a cafeteria or restaurant setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, procedures and equipment used in a food service facility.

Ability to:

• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, staff, volunteers, and customers and able to provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare hot entrees, sandwiches, grab-and-go, catering, and soup.
• Follow recipes.
• Bake pastries.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Work independently and show initiative.
• Organize and prioritize the work.
• Operate kitchen equipment relating to work.
• Supervise and direct volunteers.
• Complete accurate cash-out procedures.
• Stand for long periods of the workday and be able to bend, reach and lift items up to 10lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Have a valid Food Safe Certificate, Level 1.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check - Vulnerable Sector Check

*You will be required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends as required to support operational needs.

In your cover letter, please provide your current availability for work.