Job Description

Dietary Aide

Permanent Part-time

Under the direction of the Manager, Food & Nutrition, the Dietary Aide provides support to the set-up, preparation, serving, and clean up associated with all meal services (regular and therapeutic) in the Home. In the Manager's absence, this job will take direction from the Assistant Dietary Manager, or another assigned Manager.

The Dietary Aide will ensure work areas are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition and assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, visitors, and other staff members.

A Sample of Your Responsibilities (plus other related duties)

Assist Cooks with food preparation. Complete food preparation and storage duties including, monitoring, and recording daily temperatures of food. Assist in the food delivery service to residents. Set up tray carts, tables, and dining areas, as required. Clean all equipment, dishes, cutlery, pots, etc. used in food preparation, service and storage. Maintain the cleanliness of all dietary work areas, floors and storerooms and dining areas. Work, communicate and co-operate satisfactorily with residents, staff, and others. Show others how to perform tasks and duties. Attend in-service and Staff Development Programs and Dietary staff meetings. Comply with the Fire, Health and Safety Regulations and attain proficiency in the methods of sounding the fire alarm, fire evacuation procedures, proper use of fire extinguishing equipment, and other procedures designed to ensure the security and protection of residents of the Home. Performs other related duties as required and in the event of an emergency perform other duties as may be assigned.

What Qualifications are Required?

Ontario Secondary School Diploma required. Completion or proof of enrolment of the Food Service Worker program at an approved college providing recognized programs Valid certificate of Food Handler Training Program Ability to satisfactorily operate dietary equipment. Knowledge of safe use of dietary equipment and cleaning chemicals. Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job. Solid command of the English language (speak, read, write, and comprehend) Understanding, compassion, patience, and friendly personality which will assist in working in a long-term care home and providing services for the residents. Prepared to work, communicate, and co-operate satisfactorily with residents, staff, and others. Proven ability to follow an established work procedure/ schedule and complete all assigned tasks within the timelines as set out, with minimal supervision. Ability to work any of the scheduled shifts (Day, Evening and Nights) - including weekends - shift times may be revised to meet operational needs. Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. Must be willing to obtain any, and all, required immunizations as set out by legislation or regulations.

The full job description can be found on Eastholme's Careers Page

This position is open to all applicants, subject only to the application of a bona fide occupational requirement permitted under the Ontario Human Rights Code, R.S.O. 1990, and as may be amended from time to time.

We are AODA compliant, and should you require accommodation in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know - accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Eastholme confirms that this job posting is for an active vacancy that we are currently seeking to fill. Additionally, artificial intelligence (AI) may be used in parts of the recruitment process to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. All decisions will be reviewed by human resources

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $23.19 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Powassan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

dietary aide: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Food Service Worker diploma (preferred)
Work Location: In person