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Kitchen Attendant (Auxiliary)
@ The University of British Columbia
Kelowna, British Columbia
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Overview
The University of British Columbia is hiring a full-time Kitchen Attendant (Auxiliary) in its Okanagan Food Services department under the BCGEU support staff union. The role cleans kitchens, washes dishes, cleans storerooms, manages kitchen waste and trains new attendants, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Standing for 8+ hours and lifting 30+ lbs are stated requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Clean the kitchen and storerooms
- Wash dishes
- Manage kitchen waste
- Train new Kitchen Attendants as required
Requirements summary:
- Grade 10 or equivalent and Food Safe Level 1 Certificate
- 1 year related experience or equivalent
- Lift 30+ lbs safely
- Work on feet for 8+ hours
- Flexible hours including evenings and weekends
Tools & skills
CleaningWaste managementFood preservationFood Handler CertificateCustomer serviceMeet deadlinesOrganizational skillsMultitask
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- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Food & beverage |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Store, Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 30 lb · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Food Safe Level 1 |
| Education | High school (required) |
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The University of British Columbia
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Job description
Job Title
Kitchen Attendant (Auxiliary)
Job Category
BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff
Job Profile
BCGEU OK Hourly - Kitchen Attendant
Job Family Group
Staff - Union
Department
UBCO | Management | Food Services
Job End Date
October 16, 2026
Posting End Date
October 26, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Food Services Manager, the Kitchen Attendant is responsible for cleaning the kitchen, washing dishes, cleaning the storerooms, and waste management in the kitchens.
Organizational Status
Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the position interacts with other Food Services Staff. Receives direction and guidance from the First Cook.
Work Performed
Poor kitchen maintenance could result in unsanitary conditions and fines from the Health Board. Improper food care or storage could result in food waste and lost resources and unnecessary costs.
Supervision Received
Reports to the Food Services Manager. Takes day to day direction from the First Cook.
Supervision Given
No supervision given.
Preferred Qualifications
Kitchen Attendant (Auxiliary)
Job Category
BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff
Job Profile
BCGEU OK Hourly - Kitchen Attendant
Job Family Group
Staff - Union
Department
UBCO | Management | Food Services
Job End Date
October 16, 2026
Posting End Date
October 26, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Food Services Manager, the Kitchen Attendant is responsible for cleaning the kitchen, washing dishes, cleaning the storerooms, and waste management in the kitchens.
Organizational Status
Reporting to the Food Services Manager, the position interacts with other Food Services Staff. Receives direction and guidance from the First Cook.
Work Performed
- Responsible for cleaning the kitchen
- Washes dishes
- Cleans the storerooms
- Waste management in the kitchen
- Responsible for training new Kitchen Attendants as required
- Other duties as required
Poor kitchen maintenance could result in unsanitary conditions and fines from the Health Board. Improper food care or storage could result in food waste and lost resources and unnecessary costs.
Supervision Received
Reports to the Food Services Manager. Takes day to day direction from the First Cook.
Supervision Given
No supervision given.
Preferred Qualifications
- Grade 10 or equivalent and Food Safe Level 1 Certificate
- 1-year related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to maintain cafeteria in a safe and sanitary manner
- Ability to lift medium to heavy objects and requires some physical exertion
- Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with internal and external contacts
- Must be flexible and able to manage conflicting priorities to meet deadlines
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with an aptitude for working in a collegial and collaborative environment
- Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to handle a high volume of work during peak periods; ability to multitask
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Must be able to lift 30+ LBS safely
- Must be able to work on your feet for 8+ hours
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
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