Food Service Attendant

Food Service Attendant


Company
SSP
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$17 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor

Job Description
• $17.00 / hour
• Comprehensive Benefit Package and RRSP Matching for Full-Time employees
• Employee Meal Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Employee Parking

At SSP Canada, our Food Service Attendants have the important role of preparing, serving, selling, and stocking delicious food and beverages for our guests.

Our restaurant portfolio in the Calgary International Airport includes: Belgian Beer Cafe, Bad Egg, Bistro on the Bow, The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck, and our upcoming new restaurants Mi Casa and Wander by Chef Nicole Gomes!

This position is located in a secure airport environment and a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is required. All candidates must be legally authorised to work in Canada and must be able to provide the necessary government-issued documentation required for airport security clearance. Documentation will be reviewed during the onboarding process in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Further information can be found at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/programs/non-funding-programs/transportation-security-clearance-program/apply-transportation-security-clearance

Here are a few things you can expect as a Food Service Worker at SSP Canada:
• Greet guests in a courteous and friendly manner
• Process orders and enter them accurately into the POS system
• Receive payment from the customer and process change
• Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and break-down of any machinery and equipment
• Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
• Return all items used during your shift to the proper place, clean and organize all work and storage areas (including all coolers and refrigerators), empty and re-line all trash containers
• Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Other Requirements
• Minimum one year experience working in food service environment.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language in order to communicate with guests.
• Ability to remember, recite, and promote the variety of menu items.
• Ability to operate a keyboard & point of sale procedures to pre-check an order & close out a check.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for long period of time.

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation or age.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario as of 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour effective January 1 2026 and tips cannot be used to meet this rate. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 44 hours in a work week.
Q What work permit is required for international applicants seeking restaurant jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international applicants need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before starting restaurant employment. The permit must specify the employer and occupation and is valid for up to two years initially.
Q What experience and education are required to qualify for line cook positions in Canadian restaurants?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, line cook applicants need a high school diploma plus at least one year of paid kitchen experience or completion of a 12-month culinary certificate program. No formal certification is mandatory but Red Seal endorsement increases hiring priority.
Q Which documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job through the Government of Canada Job Bank in 2026?
As per the Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must upload a resume, proof of SIN, and a valid work permit or Canadian citizenship document when applying via the Job Bank portal. A food handler certificate issued within the last three years is also required for most positions.
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