Food Truck Attendant - Kitchener, Canada - Conestoga Students Incorporated

Conestoga Students Incorporated

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Kitchener, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
Food Truck Attendant

Location:
Various locations, including (but not limited to) all campuses of Conestoga College

Reporting to:
Food Services Supervisor

Time Requirement:
Up to 35 hours per week (Evenings and weekends as required)

Hourly Wage:
$20.00

Company Overview

Conestoga Students Incorporated ("CSI") was founded in 1973 and is the official student association representing more than 21,000 students at all Conestoga College campuses.

All full-time fee-paying students are the owners and customers of CSI, and we are dedicated to serving the students to the best of our ability.

Conestoga Student Services Incorporated ("CSSI"), in close collaboration with CSI, provides the students of Conestoga College with a variety of services related to food, hospitality, and wellness.

Position Overview

Food Truck Attendants are responsible for engaging with guests and students through genuine customer service while processing orders and preparing food/drink items.

In the course of this work, Food Truck Attendants will be required to operate cash registers, propane grills, and other cooking equipment.

Occasionally, restocking and storing inventory will also be necessary.

In carrying out the duties of this position, a great deal of autonomy is exercised with final overview by the Food Services Supervisor.

It is also important that the Food Truck Attendants work extremely closely with the Food Services Supervisor to ensure that they are up to date on the basic overall operations of the Food Truck.

In all activities, it is crucial that the Food Truck Attendants recognize that service to students and guests is a top priority.

Duties and Responsibilities
General

Prepare food and drink items in accordance with the provided specifications/recipes
Operate propane grills and other kitchen equipment
Take orders and serve guests in accordance with CSSI's guidelines for excellent customer service
Maintain uptodate knowledge of the products and pricing of food, beverages, and specials
Operate cash register to accept various types of tender from guests, provide proper change to guests, balance cash drawer and receipts, and document discrepancies
Count and handle cash with accuracy
Count till before every shift to ensure it contains the correct starting float amount
Complete accurate opening and closing reports
Track inventory and restock/store when needed
Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure the health & safety of guests and coworkers at all times; clean and sanitize all work areas and frequently touched surfaces before and after every use, including (but not limited to): inside and outside of Food Truck, preparation area, cooking equipment, storage areas, floors, service areas
Work as a team with fellow Food Truck crew members

Other General Duties

Work in accordance with corporate bylaws, policies, and procedures, particularly to the CSSI Mission Statement
Adhere strictly to health & safety laws, policies, and procedures
Report any hazards and health & safety concerns to the Food & Hospitality Manager
Adhere to CSSI's work attire standards
Maintain confidentiality for business practices
Work in an organized manner where detail, accuracy and confidentiality are critical
Mandatory attendance at staff meetings and CSSIrelated training days
Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions
Physical Demands

This position may spend long periods of time standing and walking. Lifting of supplies and materials up to 50lbs may also be required from time to time.

Environmental Conditions

This position performs work primarily in an enclosed food truck and is faced with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Work is also required with and near a vehicle and hazardous kitchen equipment, including (but not limited to) a propane-burning grill.

Some work may be required after regular hours and on weekends.

Sensory Demands

This position may require long periods of work in a warm environment.

Mental Demands

This position is expected to maintain a consistent sense of urgency while completing multiple competing priorities within short timeframes, which can cause significant stress.

The incumbent also deals with a wide variety of people on various issues.

Qualifications

Deep understanding of best practices in cooking and food preparation
Understanding of CSSI's food services
Comprehension of instructions and information relating to CSSI's food services
Customer service skills
Preferred: A valid 'G' class driver's license and a reliable means of travelling to the following locations when needed:
Brantford
Cambridge
Doon
DTK
Guelph
Ingersoll
Waterloo
Other locations as assigned
Food Handler's Certificate is a great asset but not required
Training will be provided on how to work with propane, generators, cash registers, and other Food Truck equipment

How to Apply
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