Food Service Helper

About the Position

The Department of National Defence is hiring Food Service Helpers to support food service operations at Canadian Forces Base Borden.

The successful candidates will work as part of a team in a large-scale institutional dining facility and assist with the preparation, serving, and overall delivery of food services.

Duties

• Assist with the preparation, assembly, and serving of meals
• Gather, transport, receive, and store food products and supplies
• Replenish serving areas
• Clean and sanitize food preparation, service, and dining areas
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures
• Operate a point-of-sale terminal and perform cashier duties, depending on operational requirements
• Provide other food service support as required
• Work effectively as part of a team

Required Experience

Applicants must have experience working as part of a team in a food service environment.

Relevant experience may include:

• Restaurants
• Hotels
• Catering services
• Hospitals
• Long-term care or assisted living facilities
• Schools or other educational institutions
• Military food service environments
• Correctional facilities
• Camps

Asset Qualifications

The following are considered assets but are not required to apply:

• Culinary certificate
• At least one year of completed culinary training
• Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience
• Valid recognized food safety certificate
• Experience as a short-order cook, cook, or commis
• Point-of-sale (POS) experience
• Cashier experience
• Experience working or volunteering in a mixed military/civilian environment

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants must be:

• Willing and able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 kg (44 lbs)
• Able to stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Willing and able to complete a valid food safety program
• Willing and able to work shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Willing and able to work overtime on short notice, if required
• Able to obtain Reliability Status security clearance
• Willing and able to work on-site at CFB Borden

What DND Offers

• Competitive salary
• Health and dental insurance plans
• Pension plan
• Variety of leave entitlements
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to work as part of a dynamic and dedicated team

Who Can Apply?

Persons residing in Canada, as well as Canadian citizens and permanent residents abroad, may apply.

Applicants must currently live in Borden, Ontario, or be willing to relocate to Borden, Ontario.

How to Apply

Apply online through the Government of Canada Jobs portal:

https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=2456660&toggleLanguage=en

Reference Number: DND26J-124798-000472
Selection Process Number: 26-DND-EA-NAST-PP-560893

Application Deadline: September 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time

Only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.