Position: Dietary Aide
STATUS: Full-Time
Department: Nutritional Services
Union Association: CUPE
SALARY: $24.85 - $25.67/hour
HOURS: Variety of shifts including days, afternoons, weekends and holidays (subject to change based on operational needs)
Position Summary
Working under the general direction of the Food Service Supervisor, the Dietary Aide performs essential tasks needed to provide food for patients, cafeteria and catering functions. The Dietary Aide participates in Continuous Quality Improvement processes as a team member in assessing quality and making recommendations for improvement.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- Related experience in the food service industry
- Current Food Handling Certification mandatory and maintained throughout employment
- Food Service Worker certificate from a recognized institution
- Prior experience with cash would be an asset
- Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility food service environment and knowledge of therapeutic diets is preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to read, understand and interpret oral and written instructions
- Relate in a respectful, tactful and sensitive manner with patients, staff and visitors
- Work both independently and as a member of a team
- Flexibility to modify routines as required to manage changing priorities
- Good attendance and availability required
