Food Service Assistant – Costco – Montréal, QC

The Costco Food Court at 1015 Marché Central in Montréal, QC is looking for a Food Service Assistant to join their team. If you enjoy working in a fast-moving kitchen environment and take pride in delivering quick, friendly service, this could be a solid fit. This is a hands-on role where no two shifts are exactly alike.

As a Food Court Food Service Assistant, you’ll be involved in everything from food preparation and cash handling to keeping the dining area clean and well-stocked. It’s the kind of role that keeps you on your feet and rewards people who like staying busy and working as part of a crew.

About the Role: Food Service Assistant – Food Court

This position covers a wide range of duties in the Costco Food Court. You’ll be preparing hot foods like pizza and hot dogs, operating equipment such as deep fryers and dispensing machines, and handling cash transactions with accuracy. You’ll also take orders from members at the counter and over the phone, then assemble and present those orders correctly and efficiently.

Keeping the workspace safe, clean, and compliant is a big part of this job. You’ll be expected to follow health codes, including proper sanitation practices, temperature monitoring, product rotation, and expiration date compliance. Teamwork and attention to detail are essential here, as is the ability to communicate in French (oral and written), as this location is in Québec.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is well known for offering competitive compensation and a strong benefits package to its employees. While specific salary details are not listed in this posting, Costco Canada consistently provides above-average wages for food service roles, along with access to health and dental benefits, employee discounts, and opportunities for advancement within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

Working in the Costco Food Court means staying active and engaged throughout every shift. From food prep to customer interaction to cleanup, each responsibility plays a role in keeping the food court running smoothly and members satisfied.

• Prepare hot food items including rolling, shaping, topping, and baking pizzas, as well as steaming hot dogs and buns
• Operate equipment such as deep fryers, dispensing machines, and the trash compactor safely and correctly
• Handle cash transactions accurately — ring up sales, collect payment, and make change following department procedures
• Take and assemble orders from members both at the counter and by phone, presenting completed orders to customers
• Dispense dessert and drink items including frozen yogurt, lattes, and smoothies; clean, sanitize, and refill dispensing machines
• Maintain cleanliness of the self-serve pop area, condiment table, eating area, kitchen surfaces, floors, pans, and utensils
• Pull and stock ingredients from the warehouse to shelves, cooler, and freezer; stage ingredients to the prep area
• Comply with health codes including sanitation standards, temperature monitoring, product rotation, and expiration dates

Requirements / Skills

Costco welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds for this entry-level role. The ideal candidate is reliable, takes food safety seriously, and is comfortable working in a busy, team-oriented environment. No prior experience is required — a willingness to learn and follow procedures is what counts most.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not mandatory
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required and must be obtained by the first day of work
• Ability to communicate in French (oral and written) is required for this Québec location
• Reliability and attention to detail when following food preparation and cash handling procedures
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift supplies, and work in a kitchen environment

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date before submitting your application.

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