CBVRCE 2026 Non-Union-003, Head Cafeteria Worker, Multiple Locations, (Permanent, Non-Union)

The Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education is responsible for the administration of the public school system within the boundaries of Cape Breton and Victoria Counties, supporting approximately 12,000 students in 38 schools.

We foster a caring, dynamic and creative environment that provides educational opportunities, promotes a love of learning, respect for others and challenges all persons to develop their full potential to become confident, versatile, lifelong learners and thinkers.  We are committed to ensuring the success and achievement of all students within a culturally responsive, safe and inclusive school environment.

The CBVRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region.  Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve.  The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ Community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application.  Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the application process may contact Michelle MacLeod at 902-562-6476 or michellemacleod@cbvrce.ca to request reasonable accommodations.

Position: Head Cafeteria Worker

Available Positions:

1. Head Cafeteria Worker - Riverview High School
2. Head Cafeteria Worker - Glace Bay High School
3. Head Cafeteria Worker - Memorial High School
4. Head Cafeteria Worker - Sydney Academy

Salary: $22.66/hour

Hours of Work: 7 hours daily (Please note these positions work September to June annually subject to normal school layoff periods and days when students are not present) 

Application Deadline:  May 1, 2026 by 11:59 pm.

• MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Completion of a culinary course or food service management course, and  

  • A minimum of one (1) year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, including quantity cooking and food service management, preferably in a school cafeteria setting. 

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

  • Completion of a recognized Food Safety training program 

  • Familiarity with the School Food and Nutrition Policy 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment 

  • Commitment to food equity and healthy eating 

  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment  

  • Demonstrated ability to be interpersonally responsive to the diverse backgrounds and personalities of students of various ages, and to maintain confidentiality in all issues related to students, families and school 

  • Physically able to perform duties of the position including heavy lifting (may require lifting of up to 50 lbs), walking and standing during most of the day, and working in an environment with heat fluctuations; 

Applicants must:

• upload a completed resume with their application
• upload copies of professional licenses, accreditations and certifications supporting qualifications required for the position.
• enter 3 references (supervisory references are required, including current or recent immediate supervisor)