SRCE-24-624 SACS, Cafeteria Worker

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy.  In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement , senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position, may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success.  The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,050 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.”  In 2022-2023, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,931 students; and approximately 369 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations.  Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

Starting in the 2024-25 school year, the Province of Nova Scotia will phase in a pay-what you-can lunch program for public school students. This program will ensure that children and students have access to nutritious meals on school days, promoting an inclusive environment that boosts wellbeing and student achievement. Importantly, the program will be affordable to all, free to those who need it, and leverage and encourage continued volunteerism and engage community partnerships.

Work Schedule: 7 hr/day 

Deadline for Applications:  09/20/2024,  at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates:   09/30/2024    

Cafeteria Worker

Job Responsibilities:

• Cashier, as required;
• Cooking, baking and preparation of food;
• Keeping daily accounts and inventory control;
• Sales of cafeteria items;
• Kitchen duties as required in coordination with the caferteria team (stocking shelves, cleaning, dishes, etc.)
• Support of the school recycling program;
• Coverage for Head Cafeteria Worker, as required.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Experience in food and menu preparation;
• Must be organized, neat/tidy and have clean work habits;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere;
• Knowledge of food and nutrition policy for Nova Scotia Public Schools;
• Enjoy working with students;
• Current Food Handling Certificate.

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor.    The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment.  Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references check prior to being interviewed.  Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

 All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 3 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education