Food Program Assistant

Working at the TDSB

Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all diverse students and helping them to achieve success.

The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff. Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.

Job Description

This position supports classroom programs related to food preparation and food safety under the day-to-day direction of Hospitality and Tourism teachers. Candidates must be able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift boxes, cooking equipment, and supplies up to 50 lbs.

• Provide assistance and direction to students in food handling and food preparation techniques
• Assist with the organization and preparation of the kitchen, serving and instruction areas, and teaching aids
• Serve food, and/or assist students serving food to customers, staff, and/or students
• Assist with catering/sales functions
• Operate and care for kitchen and laundry equipment and maintain sanitation levels in all areas of the kitchen/instruction area
• Operate a cash register and/or collect money for catering
• Check, receive, and store food supplies and review inventory

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Secondary School Diploma including related Hospitality and Tourism courses (e.g., baking, food preparation)
• Six months’ related experience working with adolescents in an education or community environment
• Experience in large volume food production
• Experience using commercial kitchen equipment
• WHMIS/HACCP knowledge

Additional Information

Rate of Pay:

Supply rate: $20.24 per hour

• 3.4% statutory holiday pay and 4% vacation pay are added to these rates

Temporary rate after 30 days: $26.98 per hour

• 3.8% statutory holiday pay and 4% vacation pay are added to these rates

Rates effective September 1, 2024

Schedule:

Up to 6 hours and 50 minutes per day between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm

To support our students and to continue on our roster, replacement staff are required to work a minimum of 60 days during the school year.