Job Description for Kitchen Porter at the University of Waterloo

Summary

Under the supervision of a Food Services manager, the Kitchen Porter’s primary duty is to uphold a high level of cleanliness in designated areas and carry out a diverse range of tasks to assist the Food Services outlet’s operations.

This role’s availability depends on securing funding.

Role Description

The specific responsibilities for this position can vary significantly based on factors such as location, shift, assigned tasks, menu, and other considerations. However, typical tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Washing dishes and scrubbing pots.
• Engaging in heavy cleaning, including floor and restroom cleaning.
• Collaborating with other staff to coordinate work.
• Stocking inventory.
• Identifying and reporting equipment in need of repair.
• Managing garbage and recyclable materials.
• Performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Carrying out any other duties as directed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in food service, retail, or warehouse roles is mandatory.
• Possession of a Class G driver’s license would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a leadership role is essential.
• Proficiency in equipment maintenance and proper sanitization procedures is a requirement.
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision are necessary.
• We expect you to maintain a composed and courteous demeanor at all times. Along with the capacity to multitask and display initiative.

Statement on Equity

The University of Waterloo recognizes that a significant portion of our activities occur on the ancestral land of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our primary campus is located within the Haldimand Tract. A territory granted to the Six Nations that encompasses six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our ongoing commitment to reconciliation is evident across all our campuses, involving research, education, teaching, and community development, and is coordinated by our Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University highly values the diverse and intersecting identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Equity and diversity are seen as fundamental components of academic excellence, and the University is dedicated to making employment accessible to all. The University of Waterloo actively encourages applications from individuals who have faced historical disadvantages and marginalization. This includes candidates who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, individuals with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

To Apply

We invite all eligible applicants to submit their applications; however, we will prioritize Canadian citizens and permanent residents.