Description
Surrey Schools values an inclusive school district where equity is deeply embedded, and diversity welcomed. We acknowledge the profound responsibility we all have in ensuring that our schools and district sites foster an atmosphere where everyone feels secure, respected, and valued. Our commitment to providing a quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families. Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and tolerance and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Surrey Schools, recipient of the BC Top Employers and Canada's Greenest Employer awards, is the largest school district in BC and the second largest employer in Surrey. Spread across one of the fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.
This position pays $ 29.71 per hour plus an allowance in lieu of benefits. This is on-call work Mo nday through Friday. 7:30 a.m. to 2:36 p.m. during the school year (September to June)
Surrey Schools is seeking on-call casual Culinary Assistants. These roles support the instruction of students in the Teaching Kitchen Programs in 11 Secondary Schools. When needed, the hours of work are typically 6.56 hours per day. Hours of work are not guaranteed. Work follows the school calendar (September to June) and does recognize regular school closures i.e. winter, spring and summer breaks.
Incumbents will have the ability to apply into permanent positions (32.8 hours per week) when vacancies are posted.
Typical Duties
Under the direction of the Teacher - Chef,
Supervises students in the receiving and storage of food deliveries, and the maintenance of good order in the Teaching Kitchen.
Demonstrates industry standard practices and methods; uses appropriate culinary terminology.
Directs students on the correct and safe use and cleaning of equipment and tools.
Supervises food preparation by students for Lunch Service and for catering using techniques such as Mise en Place.
Provides leadership to students to ensure that food safety and sanitation standards are followed at all times.
Acts as a Cashier during Lunch Service using a Point of Sale system.
Communicates all concerns about the operations and students of the Teaching Kitchen to the Teacher - Chef.
Occasionally the Culinary Assistant may prepare food, but this is not a cooking position. The Teaching Kitchen Program’s goal is to have the students successfully prepare the food and manage all aspects of the food service.
Mandatory Job Requirements
Successful completion of one year post-secondary training in Culinary Arts
Current Food Safe I certificate
At least 1 year’s experience in a fast paced food service environment
Ability to speak, read and write in English. Able to order online and use email
Qualified applicants can apply on Make a Future. Be sure to include your cover letter and resume with references and a copy of your Culinary Arts Program certificate(s) and valid Food Safe I certificate. This posting will close July 2, 2024.
This is a unionized position that offers an hourly wage rate of $29.71 per hour plus a liberal benefit package including pension, health, vacation, and sick benefits.
This position will see a modest pay increase July 2024.
Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.
