1598-Food Services Associate, Baywest Cafe (Full-Time)

Hamilton Health Sciences Volunteer Association • Hamilton, ON

9d • CA$0 - CA$21 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Food Services Associate with counter service and grill experience to join our Hamilton Health Sciences Volunteer Association Food Services team on a full time basis (30-40 hours per week), with availability between 6:30 am and 7:00 pm, at Baywest Café located in McMaster Children's Hospital. We are looking for positive, energetic employees who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced hospital café environment with strong customer service skills.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills including strong verbal communication skills, exhibit good manners, proper personal hygiene, and bring a positive enthusiastic attitude.
• The ability to perform under pressure, stand for long periods of time, lift up to 25 lbs. and have good time management skills.
• The ability to move and respond quickly to various requests and commands, and communicate clearly and effectively with customers and co-workers.
• Health Clearance from Employee Health through Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS)
• Having and maintaining work authorization that does not require sponsorship to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Counter food service experience is an asset
• Grill experience is an asset
• Food Handler’s Certification or willing to take the course paid by the VA

Responsibilities

• Greet & welcome customers in a warm and friendly manner.
• Serve customers, take and complete their orders at our various stations within the cafes including but not limited to cash, coffee, sandwiches/wraps, the grill etc.
• Be pleasant and alert to customer needs at each station.
• Communicate clearly, quickly and politely with co-workers to ensure correct order is served to the customers.
• Handle food including preparing food items and utilizing safe food handling and cleaning practices.
• Communicate customer requests and concerns and any suggestions to the management team as listed above.
• Ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained and well merchandised.
• Prepare products quickly and accurately, while following all preparation, health and safety standards and guidelines when needed.
• Process customer transactions and maintain an accurate cash drawer throughout shift.
• Work as a team member to assure constant and consistent quality, service, cleanliness and value to each customer.
• Perform other specific duties as directed by the management team.
• Follow the Volunteer Association policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Employee Benefits Program.
• Opportunities for training and advancement.
• Great working environment.
• Free uniform apparel.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employees Discounts and Perks at restaurants, retail, tickets, gyms, etc. in the local area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed