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2025–2026 season

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Menus and ordering are paused for the summer. Registration reopens in September.

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School Lunch Association Worker (Gander / Central Newfoundland)

We're looking for enthusiastic team members to help prepare and serve nutritious meals to students in Central Newfoundland. Part-time and relief positions available starting September 2026, with paid training provided.

Pay: $18.00/hour Hours: 15+ hrs/week Start date: Sept 15, 2026
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Job type
Part-time / relief worker
Contract end
June 2027 (TBA)
Training
Paid onboarding: kitchen training, food safety, First Aid, OHS

The School Lunch Association (SLA) is looking for reliable and 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 and commitment
  • Well-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 β€” training is provided

Why join SLA?

  • Meaningful work supporting students
  • Daytime hours aligned with school calendars
  • Supportive team environment
  • Training and development opportunities

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

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A note on our website: we're doing some general maintenance, so information here may be limited for now. For any questions, email us at [email protected] and we'll get back to you.

2025–2026 season

Our 50/50 winners

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Congratulations to this season's Lunch Money 50/50 winners, and thank you to everyone who played. Your support helped provide hot, nutritious lunches to students across Newfoundland & Labrador.

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GP = Grand Prize draw EB = Early Bird draw ($500 grocery gift card)

Get in touch

Staff directory

Questions about ordering, dietary needs, or getting involved? Reach the general office, or find the right person below.

Address: 425 Topsail Rd, St. John's, NL A1E 5N7 Office: (709) 754-5323 General: [email protected] Mon–Fri Β· 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
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Charity registration number: 13591 2319 RR0001