We are looking for a people-focused, patient, experienced Café Attendant to join our Dining Services Team. If you enjoy providing friendly and efficient service and creating a welcoming environment, this could be a great opportunity for you. Responsibilities for this vacant position include preparing and serving food and beverages, operating the POS system, handling cash, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards, and ensuring the Café runs smoothly. This is a highly independent role – running the café independently - however the larger dining services team and leadership are always on site.
Please include a sentence or two introducing yourself and telling us why you’d be perfect for the role.
This is a part time role, 8:30am-4:30pm, every Saturday and Sunday
Who We Are:
We are Christie Gardens Apartments & Care and we’re re-imagining the world of retirement living and the continuum of care. We refuse to believe that the older we get, the less valuable we are. Our aging population deserves autonomy, dignity, and opportunities to be valuable contributors to the community. We are filled to the brim with residents who have great ideas, terrific laughs, and the tenacity to attend morning fitness classes!
We are thinking outside of the box when it comes to philosophy of care and we strive to provide the best support possible for our older adults. We endeavor to be an influence in the healthcare industry and educate newer generations of workers. We love to innovate and grow our ideas into realities.
Our values of Excellence, Community and Grace compel us toward continuous improvement, building relationships and believing the best in one another for the ultimate benefit of the elders we serve. We care about inclusion, equity, accessibility, transparency, work-life balance, continuous learning and staff appreciation days! We are also proud to share we are Great Place to Work Certified as of 2025, and we recently received an award for Community & Social Engagement from the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA).
Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written
- Minimum one year of related experience in retail industry
- Customer service experience
- Exceptional listening and communication skills
- Excellent time management and multitasking skills
- Food Handler Certificate
- Knowledge of POS system an asset
- Track record of reliability and punctuality
- Detail oriented with exceptional time management skills
Main Responsibilities:
- Open and close the café
- Operate the cash register/POS system
- Accurate ring in of proper PLU for sale items and/or barcode scan
- Take orders and provide the highest quality of service to customers
- Maintain proper security of cash
- Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks, and food items
- Ensure food and other ingredients are fresh
- Inform costumers about menu items and specials of the day
- Wash dishes, clean and sanitize service and seating area
- Set up and stock the beverage area, prepare grab and go items, service ware and condiments
- Receive, lift, and move cafe supplies/goods
- Prepare order list and submit to the Executive Chef
- Provide security for all shop items and cash
- Check and record fridge and freezer temperature
- Other duties as assigned
If you are looking for a place to contribute to the holistic health and wellness of our elders and belong to a highly valued staff team in a stable industry, consider applying for our Café Attendant position.
Please note that requirements for this position include a cleared vulnerable sector police check, two-step TB skin test, and completion of online mandatory training modules.
Christie Gardens is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process please contact us.
Everyone deserves to Belong. At Christie Gardens we value individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, abilities, genders, sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, and hope you feel encouraged to apply for this position.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.18 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work every Saturday & Sunday, 8:30am-4:30pm?
- Did you include a cover letter or a brief introduction with your application?
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
