Spare StewardChefServer – On-Board Services
Share
Job Location:
Yearly Salary:
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION: Spare Steward/Chef/Server On-Board Services
REPORTS TO: Manager Food & On-Board Service
DEPARTMENT: Passenger Services
LOCATION: Cochrane
REFERENCE:
RATE OF PAY: Steward Waiter and Chef
Pay Range: $28.36$31.50/ hour (Step progression per collective agreement)
Waiter
Pay Range: $24.24$26.92/ hour (Step progression per collective agreement)
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1100 skilled professionals we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture along with a competitive salary excellent benefit package a defined benefit pension plan paid vacation paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Steward/Chef/Server will assist the department in meeting its operational and customer service expectations. The incumbent will be responsible for fulfilling vacancies in the department including station commissary on-board crewing assignments such as chef steward or server. The successful candidate is required to have the ability to work long hours and manage changing work assignments with little notice. This role functions on a flexible as-needed basis covering scheduled shifts during vacations sick leave and peak periods. Hours are variable and not guaranteed requiring adaptability and readiness to support operational needs.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
CLOSING DATE: February 23 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document) stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: Ontario Northland we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples racialized persons women persons with disabilities and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources.
Les offres demploi sont également disponibles en français. Visitez notre site Web sur les carrières ou appelez le 1- poste 394 pour plus de renseignements.
REPORTS TO: Manager Food & On-Board Service
DEPARTMENT: Passenger Services
LOCATION: Cochrane
REFERENCE:
RATE OF PAY: Steward Waiter and Chef
Pay Range: $28.36$31.50/ hour (Step progression per collective agreement)
Waiter
Pay Range: $24.24$26.92/ hour (Step progression per collective agreement)
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1100 skilled professionals we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture along with a competitive salary excellent benefit package a defined benefit pension plan paid vacation paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Steward/Chef/Server will assist the department in meeting its operational and customer service expectations. The incumbent will be responsible for fulfilling vacancies in the department including station commissary on-board crewing assignments such as chef steward or server. The successful candidate is required to have the ability to work long hours and manage changing work assignments with little notice. This role functions on a flexible as-needed basis covering scheduled shifts during vacations sick leave and peak periods. Hours are variable and not guaranteed requiring adaptability and readiness to support operational needs.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Steward/Chef/Server is responsible for supporting staffing requirements of the On-Board Services Department at Ontario Northland
- Support department through commissary assist with loading supplies onto the train
- Plan and direct food preparation cooking and serving activities on the Polar Bear Express train service between Cochrane and Moosonee
- Ensure food meets quality standards
- Estimate food requirements
- Prepare and cook food on a regular basis
- Clean and sanitize kitchen areas and dishes
- Responsible for providing quality customer service including implementation of outlined procedures in the event of train delays and/or services disruption
- As a spare board employee must have the flexibility to be available 2 hours prior to train scheduled departure times
- Secondary School diploma or possess a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Three years cooking experience or two years of experience plus a culinary certificate is considered an asset
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to handle cash
- Strong organizational skills and ability to perform different functions simultaneously
- Strong teamwork skills
- Smart serve certificate is preferred
- Must be available for on-call work
- Committed to Company Health and Safety
- Certificate in First Aid an asset
- Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are fluent in English French and Cree
- Safe food handing certificate is an asset
- Requires frequent travel on board the train
- Flexibility to work weekends and statutory holidays
- Valid G drivers license
CLOSING DATE: February 23 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document) stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: Ontario Northland we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples racialized persons women persons with disabilities and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources.
Les offres demploi sont également disponibles en français. Visitez notre site Web sur les carrières ou appelez le 1- poste 394 pour plus de renseignements.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Catering
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Hospitality Experience
- Master Data Management
- Data Management
- Heavy Lifting
- Sanitation
About Company
Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be provided in both English and French on the website. Positions that are not desi ... View more
