Food Services Assistant

The Ontario Police College (OPC) is committed to advancing the safety of Ontario's diverse communities by setting evidence-based standards for police training, education and assessment of learning. Consider this dynamic opportunity to join OPC in the role of Food Services Assistant, where you will assist in the preparation and serving of food in an institutional setting.

*Please note that these are irregularly scheduled, on-call positions working from 0 to 40 hours per week.

Job Preview Information Session
We invite you to join us for a voluntary, online information session on April 25, 2024, at 1:30pm. EST to learn more about the Food Services Assistant opportunities within the Ministry of the Solicitor General. This is voluntary and will not impact the screening process. If you are interested in learning more, please register via the following link:
Job Preview Session.

Access details to attend the information session will be provided to those who express interest via the above MS Forms page only.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:
• Perform cleaning services for all dining rooms, serving areas, furniture and associated equipment
• Prepare dining room for serving meals (three times daily)
• Wash and prepare vegetables, cutting food items into individual portions
• Assist in the preparation and serving of food, and clean-up after special functions
• Operate the dishwasher to clean all dishes and cutlery as well as replacing clean dishes on shelves and cutlery in receptacles
• Other duties as assigned

How do I qualify?

Food Preparation Knowledge and Skills

• You have knowledge and experience in preparing and serving food within a large scale food services operation
• You have experience using various kitchen equipment to prepare food as well as cleaning equipment/products to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, dining rooms, and serving areas
• You have knowledge of food safety practices and health and safety standards (such as WHMIS)

Communication Skills

• You are able to effectively and courteously serve staff and students at meal time
• You can assist other staff in preparing and serving food
• You can participate in clean-up after special functions
• You are able to interact with students, recruits, and staff to address and rectify complaints or issues related food services

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• You can follow directions and ensure adherence to established standards
• You can follow guidelines on determining the appropriate serving/portion of food
• You can maintain an adequate supply of food on the steam counter during meals