Job Description

Food Service Helper - Contract - 18609
About the Opportunity
Our Public Sector Client, located in Petawawa, is seeking Food Service Helpers to support cafeteria operations.
This opportunity offers the chance to be part of a team providing vital food services to personnel and staff. The kitchen operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where quality, safety, and reliability are key. Successful candidates will contribute directly to maintaining daily meal service and ensuring a positive dining experience for all patrons.
As part of the food services team, you will assist in the preparation and delivery of meals within a cafeteria-style kitchen.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting in the preparation of food items such as peeling and cleaning vegetables, cutting cakes, breads, and cheese, and slicing meats
• Assisting in receiving, unloading, and storing food items; gathering supplies from storage areas and delivering them to meal preparation stations
• Delivering food products and services to clients in dining rooms and serving areas, including boxed lunches, dispersed meals, and sandwich bars; providing table service and replenishing items as required
• Cleaning, using, and maintaining kitchen facilities, fixed and portable equipment such as dishwashers, coffee pots, pots and pans, and associated utensils; reporting any equipment issues immediately
• Assisting in storing and distributing food and non-food service supplies, including weighing, portioning, packaging, and labelling ingredients
• Cleaning and disinfecting work surfaces, equipment, floors, and dining areas to maintain hygiene and safety standards
• Communicating any service or operational issues to supervisors promptly

About You
The successful candidatewill have the following:

• Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 3 hours without a break).
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing repetitive tasks involving lifting, twisting, and bending
• Comfortable working in a busy, team-oriented environment with minimal supervision
• Willingness and ability to work shift work, weekends, and statutory holidays as required
• Minimum of Reliability Security Clearance (must be obtained prior to assignment)
• English essential

About the Job

• Location: CFB Petawawa, Ontario
• Duration: ASAP to December 5, 2025 (with possible extension)
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week (shift work including weekends and holidays)
• Security Clearance: Reliability Status required
• Language Requirement: English Essential

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How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button below and follow the instructions to submit your resume. You can also apply by submitting your resume directly to . If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 18609.
Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

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