Job Description

Kitchen Steward (Porter)

Primary purpose is to ensure a high standard of sanitation, maintenance, and efficiency in the areas of the dishroom as well as other areas of the kitchen as needed.

Nature of Work:

The successful applicant will report directly to the Sous Chef and the Executive Chef and provides assistance to kitchen supervisors as requested.

Shifts are subject to change with business demands and will include Early Mornings, Evenings and/or Weekends.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Maintain standards of daily operations in the areas of washing of pots, dishes, pans, and cooking utensils.
• Inspect kitchens, dishroom, and equipment for cleanliness and order; takes inventory of china, silverware, and glassware as well as prepares them for catering and special events.
• Maintain inventory and safe storage of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Regular operation and basic maintenance of dishroom and kitchen equipment.
• Regular cleaning and sanitation of fridges, storage, and work areas.
• Safe handling of cleaning supplies and chemicals.
• Walk catering delivery to/from destinations while maintaining a timely schedule.
• Assist with deliveries to satellite locations.
• Assist in all other areas of the Culinary Service operation as required.

Qualifications

Education:

The incumbent requires a Grade 12.

Licenses:

A Food Safe Certificate is required

WHIMIS Certificate is required

Experience:

Previous experience in a within a fast paced kitchen environment.

Skills:

• Ability to work efficiently and productively in a high volume setting for protracted periods of time.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to adapt or respond to changing priorities and variable workloads.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Positive attitude and the ability to interact productively and collaboratively with coworkers.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and request clarification when needed.

Department: Culinary Services
Status: Term 8 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: CUPE 1975
Shift: Shifts include early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or stat holidays and are subject to change based on business.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $16.35 - 19.61 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Ancillary Services
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 7/19/2023
Closing Date: 10/24/2023 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 3
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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