The Role
Under the direction of the Food Services Supervisor and Nutrition Supervisor/Registered Dietitian, the Dietary Aide will respond to the established resident’s nutrition care needs and provide safe, nutritious food to residents, delivered in a clean home-like setting. Responsible for maintaining kitchen and dish area cleanliness.
To qualify, you'll need...
Grade 12 diploma or equivalent education
Six (6) months experience as a server in a health care setting, food service, or hospitality industry
Preference given to candidates who have successfully completed the Food Service Worker certification
Consideration given to candidates who are enrolled in the Food Service Worker program and can successfully complete the program within specified time frame
Ability to read and understand recipes and quantities of ingredients
Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Understand the importance of nutrition, sanitation, safety, and hygiene
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to multitask to meet resident needs
Demonstrate good writing skills and with the ability to follow both verbal and written directions
Strong organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
Must wear appropriate uniform, footwear, and head cover
Able to perform the essential duties of the job such as standing and walking short distances for lengthy periods of time and maneuvering dish trays and equipment
Must exercise caution and safe work habits at all times, tolerate noisy environments and withstand warm temperatures
Demonstrate compassion in a courteous, caring and respectful manner towards residents, staff and visitors at all times
Proof of recent screening for Tuberculosis (TB)
Proof of immunity to communicable diseases
Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check, including Vulnerable Sector)
