Food service facilities

Contest number: 2024-Financial Supervision Authority

period: assistant

salary: $21.59 + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 prices)

Latest update: 09/23/25

Our Parks, Recreation and Culture Department’s Food Services Division is looking for Food Service Hosts to work in an assistant capacity at various locations throughout Burnaby. Shadbolt Arts Centre, Burnaby Village Museum, Edmonds Café, Bill Copeland Sports Centre, and Swangard Stadium are just a few of the sites. Work includes various duties related to concessions and catering, including operating point-of-sale cash registers; Preparation of float deposits and banks, food preparation and alcohol serving, daily cleaning of food preparation areas, and preparation of specialty coffee beverages.

This position involves ongoing contact with the general public, catering customers, City staff, and community groups in high volume cash handling environments. Ideal candidates will have work experience in the food service industry, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work independently and as part of a team. This position will require the ability to work evening and weekend shifts. Performs other related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation plus some relevant experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of using work-related equipment. – Sound knowledge of health regulations and laws related to work. Ability to perform simple clerical duties such as taking inventory, receiving cash, and balancing cash with sales. Catering experience is an asset along with certifications for proper and safe catering.

Hourly rate: $21.59 + 12% in lieu of benefits

table: This is an additional position, hours and shifts are based on operational requirements, and are scheduled by the department on an as needed basis. The incumbent must have the ability to work scheduled shifts in the mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Available hours are Monday through Sunday from 5:30 AM to 1:00 AM.

location: Different sites

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

The City of Burnaby recognizes that we are on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim-speaking peoples, and we are grateful to be located in this territory and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities and sexual orientations. And life experiences.

Please contact People & Culture at 604-294-7303 If you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of placing your order online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Peoples. Each nation has a distinct history and distinct traditional territories that include the city in whole or in part. We encourage you to learn more about the host nations whose ancestors occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be located in this region where we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations and life experiences.