Cafeteria Attendant

Company Description

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Job Description

The Cafeteria Attendant is focused on delivering high-quality engaging service and maintaining exceptional standards in the staff dining areas, as set by the Food & Beverage leadership team. Cafeteria Attendants ensure that all food stations are well-stocked, clean, and inviting, providing a welcoming environment for colleagues during their breaks. They will assist with food preparation, beverage service, and overall cleanliness of the cafeteria, while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure that the cafeteria is opened prior to meal service, with all equipment turned on and ready.
• Order, stock, and restock items as required for cafeteria operations, following established inventory procedures.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming lunchroom by wiping tables, counters, and emptying catch trays; sweeping and mopping floors; and performing other cleaning duties as required.
• Restock clean dishes, flatware, and trays once returned by Stewarding, ensuring proper sanitation and storage practices are followed.
• Replenish condiments, salad bar items, and other pre-prepped foods in accordance with food hygiene standards.
• Perform basic food preparation tasks as required, following approved recipes and preparation guidelines.
• Brew fresh coffee throughout the day, ensuring quality and timely availability.
• Stamp meal cards for colleagues purchasing lunch, track sales, and manage meal card inventory in line with cashiering procedures.
• Unpack, store, and rotate supplies according to proper food safety and storage protocols.
• Organize and maintain bussing stations by scraping, stacking, and preparing items for Stewarding.
• Close the lunchroom by discarding and putting away foods, turning off and cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and engaging with the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates initiative, multitasking skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to maintain exceptional cleanliness and service standards under pressure.
• Physically fit to lift trays repeatedly, stand and walk for the duration of the shift, and perform regular bending, lifting, reaching, and carrying.
• Previous experience in food service or hospitality environments considered an asset.
• Valid Food Handler Certificate preferred.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• Full time employees will be eligible to join the benefit plan which includes extended medical (Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability)
• Full time employees will also be eligible to participate in Fairmont Pension Plan, which includes matched employee contributions
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Discounted meals in our staff cafeteria 
• Exclusive discounts at Accor branded properties worldwide with our colleague benefit card
• Complimentary dry-cleaning services for your work attire
• Learning programs tailored to hone your skills and talents
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact by participating in our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, including our Sustainability Committee and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee
• Career advancement opportunities, with pathways to national and international promotions, the opportunities are limitless
• Access to our comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, dental, vision benefits; life and disability insurance; pension with company match; and Registered Retirement Savings Program (RRSP) and a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) (for salaried roles)

Who We Are: Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba  

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We are happy to provide you accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact the Talent & Culture Department and we will work with you to accommodate your needs.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.