Job Description

Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where xe2x80x9cabove all else the needs of patients come firstxe2x80x9d, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, West Park Healthcare Centre and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of xe2x80x9cTransforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learningxe2x80x9d, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Union: CUPE
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Nutrition Services
Reports to: Food Service Supervisor
Hours: Up to 24 hours per week; Various Shifts including alternating weekends and Statutory Holidays
Salary: $25.59 - $26.35 per hour (start rate: $25.59 per hour in accordance with collective agreement)
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Posted Date: November 14, 2024
Closing Date: November 21, 2024As an integral member of the Nutrition Department, the principal responsibilities of the NUTRITION AIDE: COLD FOOD ASSEMBLY include: assembling meals on the cold assembly beltline, as per meal ticket request; retrieving, stocking and setting up food items and supplies at workstations; disassembling, cleaning and maintaining workstation and beltline area; transporting carts to receiving and elevators/units; performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.Qualifications

• At minimum, completion of high school or recognized equivalent
• Food Handler's/Hygiene Certificate (on the job certification provided)
• 3 months to less than 6 months practical and related experience and/or 1 month to less than 3 months on the job training
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to Ability to read/understand verbal work orders, instructions, short notes and/or brief forms
• Ability to do simple mathematical calculations (e.g. adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, etc.)
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: able to lift 6kg to 10 kg; pushing, loading and unloading food trucks; adding food items to tray
• Must be able to tolerate a cold environment; in a refrigerated work area
• Will be required to work rotating shifts on weekends and statutory holidays
• May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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