Food Service Worker - Cook - Appendix D/Temporary Assignment (Pembroke)

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Department:

Facilities and Operations - Pembroke

Position Type:

Full-Time Support

Salary Range:

$26.01-$30.07-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36.25

Anticipated Start Date:

May 22, 2026

Length of Contract:

(4-months)

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

May 21, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

The Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food items in a safe, efficient, and high-quality manner while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This role plays an important part in ensuring a positive dining experience by delivering consistent food quality and adhering to all health, safety, and food handling standards.

The incumbent is responsible for opening and closing ensuring exceptional customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Pre-Service Preparation:

• Prepares all food required for daily service;

• Ensure all equipment needed for the day is clean and powered on for service; and

• Ensures fridges, freezers and counters are properly stocked.

Service and Operation:

• Prepares menu items as ordered by customers and ensures the accurate identification of same;

• Ensures proper temperatures are maintained throughout the shift for hot and cold foods;

• Ensures all food items are properly stored during the shift;

• Maintains cleanliness of equipment throughout the shift; and

• Ensures hot food cabinets and display areas are kept impeccably clean and tidy throughout

• the shift.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Cleans and filters deep fryers on a scheduled basis;

• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, walls, floors, grills, hoods on a daily basis;

• Reports any deficiencies with equipment to Food Services Coordinator in a timely fashion;

• Keeps glass and counter tops clean and free of debris at all times; and

• Ensures food dispensers and containers are changed and cleaned daily.

Miscellaneous:

• Advise Food Services Coordinator of malfunction equipment;

• Provide customer feedback to Food Services Coordinator in order to continually improve the service;

• Responsible for assisting with cashier duties, stocking, cleaning and customer service;

• Ensure cleanliness of work areas;

• Maintain a safe work environment. Report and/or rectify safety hazards; and

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Education:

• Up to High School or Equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years related experience in running a kiosk in a commercial food service operation specializing in merchandising, food preparation, sales, cash systems, equipment and customer service; AND

• Food safety training certificate.

* This position is paid at Payband X 

* Vacancy is for P23273  

This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus 

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• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

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• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

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Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.