Job Description

Qualifications:

1. Completion of a recognized Food Handler training program

2. Food service experience necessary.

3. Previous employment in a health care/hospitality setting an asset.

4. Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of seniors.

5. Familiar with HACCP, WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety, Sanitation Code.

6. Willingness and ability to learn.

Physical Demands:

1. Standing for extended periods of time at food preparation tables

2. Walking short distances and maneuvering in tight spaces within kitchen and dining room environments.

3. Pulling/pushing/lifting dishracks, food carts, bulk food items, etc., up to 50lbs.

4. Reaching and lifting food items and kitchen tools from and to upper shelving up to 10lbs - at times with use of an 18inch to 3ft stepping ladder.

5. Ability to complete repetitive arm motions for periods of up to 1hr while peeling, chopping, and preparing food items.

6. Working in warm temperatures for extended periods of time.

7. Memory work required to know dining room layout, table and section numbers and residents.

8. Dexterity required to open caps, pull spray triggers, open condiment packages, etc.

Functions:

1. May be required to assist Cook with food preparation as required.

2.Complete departmental cleaning and ware washing as required.

3. Be knowledgeable of and practice residence's fire and safety programs.

4. Serve food to residents observing special diet restrictions, resident preferences and outlined departmental procedures.

5. Clear tables, load and safely operate dishwasher. Complete manual ware washing as required.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Experience:

dietary aide: 1 year (preferred) working with seniors: 1 year (preferred) Retirement Home/LTC: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: On the road