Food counter attendant
The attendant is responsible for preparing, packaging, and serving simple food items to customers at counters or buffet tables. Additional duties include stocking refrigerators, taking orders, and maintaining cleanliness using appropriate cleaning products.
- On-site
- Halifax, NS
- Posted Aug 19, 2026
- Apply by Sep 18, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Tasks Package take-out food Portion and wrap foods Prepare, heat and finish simple food items Serve customers at counters or buffet tables Stock refrigerators and salad bars Take customers' orders Handle and store cleaning products Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Attention to detail Weight handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Personal suitability Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Reliability Team player Ability to multitask Initiative Dependability Positive attitude Employment terms options Evening Employment terms options Day Weekend Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week
What you’ll do
The attendant is responsible for preparing, packaging, and serving simple food items to customers at counters or buffet tables. Additional duties include stocking refrigerators, taking orders, and maintaining cleanliness using appropriate cleaning products.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school graduation certificate and between one and two years of relevant experience. The role requires the ability to stand for long periods and handle weights up to 45 kg in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
• On-the-job training • Mentorship • Coaching • Networking opportunities
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
- TeamworkPreferred
- Attention to detailPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Food Packaging
- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Inventory Stocking
- Order Taking
- Cleaning Product Handling
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Teamwork
Job areas
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality
- Customer Service & Support
- Retail
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 18, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level