Food Service Clerk

Company - Washington Community Market
179 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1N6

Employment Type
per hour casual part-time

Start Date
06/12/2020

This position provide for up to 23 hours per week.

For over 25 years, the Washington Community Market (Market) has been providing residents of the Downtown Eastside (DTES) with affordable groceries in a welcoming and inclusive environment. This year the market is introducing a dedicated Grab & Go food section, and we are looking for a team-oriented and highly motivated, Food Service Clerk to join our team!

Why join the Washington Community Market? We are a social enterprise with a mission to provide more than affordable groceries and household essentials to our community. You are looking for a rewarding part-time position, surrounded by a supportive team and want to make a difference in the Downtown Eastside community by serving local residents delectable treats.

The Food Service Clerk reports directly to the Store Manager and is responsible for the Grab & Go Food Section at the Market and supports store clerk-related duties when necessary.

• Opening and closing procedures of the Grab & Go food station section of the Market, including sanitizing kitchen equipment, dishes, utensils, counters, and other appliances as necessary.
• Preparing hot beverages such as coffee and tea.
• Preparing food such as hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches, and ramen bowls, using standard formulas.
• Tracking ingredient expiry dates and arranging their use accordingly.
• Weekly inventory.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Assistant and/or Store Manager as reasonably required.

• High School Diploma
• Food Handler Certification (required).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• Looking for a rewarding part-time position serving the Downtown Eastside community.
• Highly motivated and team-oriented.
• A doer who takes initiative, is a great time manager and self-disciplined.

CIRES is an equal opportunity employer and we sincerely thank all candidates for their interest. Only those invited for an interview will be notified. No phone calls, please.