Opportunities

Salary Information

CG19 - $37,965.20 - $40,968.20 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supporting both production staff of the kitchen and the Cooking and Baking programs, the Utility Worker I will:

• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas, including food preparation surfaces, equipment, and utensils. 
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and disinfect kitchen floors and high-traffic areas to maintain a safe, hazard-free environment.
• Clean, organize, and maintain dry storage areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers to ensure proper sanitation and orderliness.
• Rotate stock using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method to ensure proper inventory control and minimize waste. 
• Assist with inventory tracking, including stock counts, recording usage, and reporting shortages or inventory concerns. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support kitchen and culinary program operations.
  
   

Screening Criteria

• Completion of High School.
• Recent, relevant experience working in an institutional and/or commercial kitchen.
• Experience in kitchen janitorial duties (asset).

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of proper sanitation and cleaning procedures for commercial kitchen environments.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles, including stock rotation methods such as First-In, First-Out (FIFO) (asset).
• Ability to exchange information effectively. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize workload while meeting established deadlines.
• Professionalism.
• Relationship building skills.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Performs heavy lifting, carrying, and movement of supplies, equipment, and food products as part of daily duties.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Bay St. George Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). 
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Diane Grandy, Selection Board Chair, by email at diane.grandy@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!