Job Description

We at Gifted Hands Health Services are a healthcare staffing agency, that takes pride in providing outstanding healthcare staffing solutions to Hospitals, Long Term Care and Retirement Homes throughout Ontario, Canada.

GHHS is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate

COOK/Dietary Aide (Full-Time)

for a Long Term Care Facility located in Gore Bay, ON. This is for a contract of 1 month, possibility of extension.

We are currently hiring a FULL-TIME

Dietary Aide

with the following duties:

Ensures compliance with retirement home governing practices and standards for safe food handling, preparation, service and sanitation Responsible for the preparation/delivery of all food for home residents Review all daily and weekly requirements before preparing meals and snacks Performs daily responsibilities using Infection control practices Records all temperatures for fridges, freezers and storerooms daily on the audit form Prepares and serves foods for therapeutic diets according to planned menus, Following individual diet and food preferences using proper portion sizes Makes menu substitutions as necessary and records these in a designated place. Labels, dates and stores all food in the appropriate fashion Monitors quality of food supplies received and advises management of any issues Completes pre-start-up equipment checks as required Keeps work areas clean and completes scheduled cleaning duties

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have

relevant experience working as a Dietary Aide/Cook in the Long Term Care Facility role (kitchen experience, cleaning experience, serving experience etc.) Culinary School for Cooks/Dietary Aide, Food Nutrition Diploma certificate etc. are an asset.

Must have

a Safe Food Handler's Certificate

Must have

Proof of Immunizations such as MMR, Varicella, tDap & COVID vaccination passport showing at least 3 doses

Must have

2-step TB test or chest x-ray and clear Vulnerable Sector Check within 6 months (Not later than January 2025) Must be available for all shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays
How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing exceptional care to those in need, we encourage you to apply for the

Cook/Dietary Aide

position with us at Gifted Hands. Please submit your Resume, Safe Food Handlers Certificate and any related certificates to: dwark@giftedhhs.com

We look forward to reviewing your application!

GHHS is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require a disability-related accommodation to be able to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Specialist.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Schedule:

12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

Do you have a valid Safe Food Handlers Certificate? This is required. Culinary School for Cooks/Dietary Aide, Food Nutrition Diploma certificates are an asset. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE RIGHT QUALIFICATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE. Do you have experience working as a Dietary Aide/Cook in an LTC or a Retirement facility in the last 9-12months? DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE. Do you have a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) and TB Test completed within the last 6 months (not later than January 2025)? Are you willing to stay in shared accommodations? They are provided. Do you drive? Can you commute to the location? Mileage will be paid for initial Travel to location and final Travel home - no mileage paid for any personal travel during contract.
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-02