Food Service Assistant – Costco – Vaughan, ON

At Costco’s Food Court in Vaughan, Ontario, the energy is fast, the team is tight-knit, and the work is hands-on. The Food Service Assistant role keeps the food court running smoothly — from prepping fresh food to keeping the dining area clean and welcoming for members every single day.

This is a front-line food service position where no two shifts are exactly the same. You’ll be handling everything from pizza preparation and hot food assembly to cash transactions and machine sanitation — all while delivering prompt and courteous service to Costco members.

About the Role: Food Service Assistant – Food Court

As a Food Service Assistant, your main focus is preparing and selling food and beverages to Costco members at the Food Court location on 55 New Huntington Rd, Vaughan. You’ll be responsible for the full cycle of food service — from pulling ingredients out of the warehouse to stocking, prepping, cooking, serving, and cleaning up afterward.

This role requires a strong commitment to food safety standards, including following health codes around sanitation, product temperatures, rotation, and expiration dates. You’ll work alongside a team that values reliability, cleanliness, and respectful member interactions. A Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required from your very first day on the job.

Benefits and Salary

This position pays $20.00 per hour. Costco is well known across Canada for offering employees a strong total compensation package, which typically includes health and dental benefits, opportunities for advancement within the warehouse, and a workplace culture focused on employee well-being. Specific benefit details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The Food Service Assistant at Costco’s Vaughan Food Court wears many hats throughout each shift. From food preparation and cash handling to sanitation and stocking, this role is essential to delivering a consistent member experience at the food court counter.

• Prepare hot food items including rolling, shaping, adding toppings or fillings, and baking pizzas; slicing and placing baked items in warmers
• Operate kitchen equipment such as deep fryers and steamers for hot dogs and buns
• Process cash transactions — ringing up sales, collecting payments, making change, and following department cash handling procedures
• Take and assemble orders from members at the counter and over the phone, presenting orders accurately and efficiently
• Dispense beverages and desserts such as frozen yogurt, lattes, and smoothies; clean, sanitize, service, and refill dispensing machines
• Maintain the dining area — bussing and sanitizing tables, sweeping and mopping floors, maintaining condiment tables and the self-serve pop station
• Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, machines, floors, pans, utensils, and counters; take garbage to the trash compactor and operate it safely
• Pull and stock supplies from the warehouse to shelves, cooler, and freezer; stage ingredients to the preparation area and comply with health codes including temperature monitoring, product rotation, and expiry date checks

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for dependable, team-oriented individuals who can keep pace in a high-volume food service environment. No prior experience is required — what matters most is your willingness to follow procedures, maintain cleanliness, and deliver courteous member service consistently.

• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required and must be obtained before or on your first day in the position
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred, though not mandatory
• Ability to follow food safety standards including sanitation practices, proper temperatures, and product expiration protocols
• Strong attention to cleanliness and ability to maintain a tidy food preparation and dining area throughout each shift
• Customer-facing communication skills — the ability to interact professionally and politely with Costco members
• Physical capability to handle warehouse stocking tasks, operate equipment, and remain on your feet throughout the shift

How to Apply

To apply for this Food Service Assistant position at Costco in Vaughan, use the link below to access the official job posting. Make sure your resume is up to date and that your Food Safety Certification details are ready to include.

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