Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Hospitality Services department in Brantford consists of The Belmont and Golden Grounds Coffee House. This position will report directly into the Hospitality Operations Manager, and the Brantford Hospitality Supervisor. In this position, you will be focused on our daily kitchen operations within The Belmont on the Brantford Campus. The successful individual in this role will be highly motivated to work in a fast-paced environment, have great attention to detail, written and verbal communication, time management and organizational skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognizing that the role encompasses a broad and wide variety of responsibilities, it is important to note that not all functions are contained within this definition, and the position itself should be ever changing and adaptive to best meet the needs of the Students' Union and its members. Specific roles and responsibilities allocated to the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Operate in accordance with the Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles, by-laws and policies of the Wilfrid Laurier University Students' Union;

Follow all health and safety policies and procedures, using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when required, and promptly reporting any workplace hazards to a manager immediately;

Remain knowledgeable of all applicable departmental and human resources policies and procedures of the Students' Union, and abide by such;

Remain certified and up-to-date in Safe Food Handler training, as well as uphold and enforce all health regulations pertaining to the storage, preparation, and delivery of food and beverage products;

While serving alcohol, protect the establishment and its patrons by remaining certified and up-to-date in Smart Serve training, and adhere to the safe service of alcohol by following all alcohol beverage control policies as outlined by the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario and the Students' Union, including but not limited to:

o Verifying customer ages prior to serving, and routinely assessing customers to ensure they can safely be served;

Maintain a clean and safe work environment through regular cleaning and sanitation tasks within the kitchen, such as but not limited to:

o Sweeping, mopping, cleaning tables, counters, shelves and walls, removing garbage, recycling and kitchen food waste as needed, and properly placing it in designated containers.

Exceptional guest service through maintaining high product quality and a professional atmosphere in The Belmont, as well as during catering events;

Assist with product deliveries, ensuring all items on the order list are present and in good condition, not expired and by putting away all items in their designated storage

Prepare menu items, such as but not limited to: salads, sandwiches, entrees, and desserts;

Ensure daily prep levels, and all other duties assigned, are completed prior to the end of shift;

Assist with catering room set-up, meal preparation, serving, take-down and clean-up;

The ideal candidate would have experience working with convection oven's, Merrychef Oven's and a panini press

When required, fill shifts at Golden Grounds Coffee House;

Other duties as assigned by the Hospitality Operations Manager, or Brantford Hospitality Supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work will mainly be completed standing or walking around the establishment(s), as well as the following physical demands are required:

o Walking and standing as a major job function;

o Carrying and transporting objects of various sizes up to a maximum of 50lbs;

o Pushing or pulling contents that weigh a maximum of 75lbs;

o Stretching, reaching, bending, stooping, crouching and/or kneeling for short periods of time; and

There is potential you may be exposed to mental health crises and/or personal disclosures of violence/harassment when working.

TIME COMMITMENT:

The work term begins in late October 2025, and concludes by April 30, 2026;

Full-time, contract position, with an expectation to work 30-40hrs a week;

Regular hours of operation for The Belmont are 8:00am to 8:00pm on Monday through Thursday, and 8:00am to 4:00pm on Friday;

o Late evening and weekend hours are to be expected to cover special events/caterings; and

o Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, it should be noted that hours may vary, often being irregular, and may be modified at any time by the Hospitality Operations Manager, or Brantford Hospitality Supervisor.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: $18.50-$19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Work Location: In person