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SSW- Housekeeping/Laundry Services/Food Service Worker - Casual

The Meadows Home For Special Care
Yarmouth, NS

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Job details

Casual
6 days ago

Skills

Food Handler Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Summary

The Service Support Worker (Casual) performs a variety of duties across Environmental Services, Laundry Services, and Food Services to support the daily operations of the facility.

Incumbents in this role are cross-trained and may be scheduled in any of the above service areas based on operational requirements. This position plays a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment while ensuring Residents receive high-quality meals and services.

The overarching goal of this position is to support a resident-centered, homelike environment by ensuring cleanliness, infection control, safe food handling, and timely service delivery, in accordance with standards set by the Department of Health for Long-Term Care Facilities.

All duties are to be performed in a spirit of teamwork across departments. As with all roles at The Meadows, the primary responsibility is the care and well-being of each Resident. Tasks and routines are secondary to ensuring Residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met.

Work Schedule

This is a casual position with shifts assigned based on operational needs. Shifts may vary across Environmental, Laundry, and Food Services and will be scheduled by the appropriate Program Lead or Manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Environmental Services (Housekeeping)

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and disinfecting of resident rooms, common areas, and facility spaces
Maintain high-touch surfaces (e.g., door handles, handrails, bathrooms) in accordance with infection prevention standards
Empty waste, restock supplies, and maintain housekeeping closets
Clean and maintain equipment and report maintenance concerns
Respond to urgent cleaning needs and support facility operations as required

2. Laundry Services

Collect, wash, dry, fold, and distribute linens across the facility
Maintain clean and organized laundry areas and equipment
Monitor linen quality and report issues
Label and manage Resident personal laundry as required
Ensure adherence to infection prevention and safe work practices

3. Food Services

Prepare and serve meals and beverages in accordance with dietary requirements
Ensure safe food handling, re-thermalization, and temperature monitoring
Maintain cleanliness and organization of household kitchens and equipment
Restock food supplies and support central kitchen operations as required
Work collaboratively with Nursing and other team members to deliver meals

4. Service to Residents

Assist with meal service, dining, and basic resident requests within scope
Support Resident engagement, activities, and “simple pleasures”
Respond to call bells within scope and notify Nursing when required
Foster a homelike, respectful, and engaging environment for Residents

5. General Responsibilities

Work collaboratively across departments to support daily operations
Follow all policies, procedures, and safety standards, including Occupational Health and Safety requirements
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Contribute to a positive work environment and team culture
Support initiatives that enhance Resident quality of life

Qualifications & Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to perform physical tasks related to cleaning, laundry, and food service

Mandatory Requirement:

Food Handler Certification is required for any employee performing Food Service duties, or a willingness (serious intent) to obtain certification in a timely manner

Join Our Team

At The Meadows, we believe that every team member plays a meaningful role in creating a community where Residents feel valued, respected, and at home. We are committed to fostering a workplace culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose.

If you are someone who takes pride in making a difference, values teamwork, and is committed to supporting the dignity, comfort, and well-being of others, we welcome you to consider joining our team. Together, we strive to create an environment where both Residents and staff can truly thrive.

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