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The School Lunch Association is a registered charity that has served hot nutritious meals to school-aged children for over 35 years throughout the northeast Avalon. We serve 6,000- 7,000 meals per day in 46 different schools and employ 100+ amazing team members.

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Cook for a cause with The School Lunch Association!

 

School Lunch Association Worker

Locations: Avalon and Central, NL

Job Type: Full-time/Casual Call-In Staff
Salary: $17/hour
Hours: 3 – 35 hours/week
Start Date: Sept 2026 ending June 2027
Training: Paid onboarding including hands-on kitchen training, food safety, First Aid, and OHS.

Help Feed Students. Make a Difference Every Day.

The School Lunch Association (SLA) is looking for reliable, enthusiastic team members to help prepare and serve healthy meals to students in our school lunch programs.

What You’ll Do

  • Prepare, package, and serve nutritious meals
  • Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation
  • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas
  • Receive and organize food and supplies
  • Assist with inventory and ordering
  • Work as part of a supportive team in a fast-paced school environment

What We’re Looking For

  • Impeccable reliability, committed, organized with a positive attitude
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to follow food safety and workplace procedures
  • Experience in food service, cleaning, or customer service is an asset—but not required. Training is provided.

Why Join SLA?

  • Meaningful work
  • Daytime hours aligned with school calendar schedules
  • Supportive team environment
  • Training and development opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

  • Employees of our organization may avail of medical benefits
  • Employee and Family assistance program (“EFAP”)
  • Employer matched RRSP program

The School Lunch Association is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

Apply today and help make a difference—one lunch at a time!