Aide #1

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Waterloo Regional Health Network invites applications for a temporary part-time Dietary Aide in Kitchener. You will assist in assembling patient meal trays, maintain cleanliness in the dish room, and support service beltline activities in accordance with sanitation guidelines.

You will also serve meals to staff and visitors and follow established policies and government regulations. Completion of Grade 12 and food service experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Excellent sanitation knowledge and safe handling of food.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tray assembly for patient meal services.
• Maintain cleanliness in the dish room and department.
• Serve meals to staff and visitors and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Read & write English

Confidentiality

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Summary

The Dietary Aide is required to assist in tray assembly for patient meal services while maintaining high levels of cleanliness in the department, including the dish room. Dietary Aides are responsible for assembling and preparing items, other than hot foods, for patient service beltline and other duties as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for serving meals to the staff and visitors and follow proper sanitation safety guidelines. This is all in addition to following established standards, departmental/regional policies and procedures and government regulations and legislation.

Position Requirements

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a food service environment with knowledge of good sanitation practices.
• Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act/WHMIS.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of patient/corporate information is imperative.
• Successfully able to perform their function in accordance with prescribed standards that focuses on the priority of People Safety and the delivery of the highest standard of Quality Care.
• Demonstrate the physical and mental capabilities necessary for proper and efficient performance of the essential duties of the position.

Preferred Requirements

• Basic computer use skills including Microsoft Office and previous diet office experience.
• Knowledge of sanitation, hygiene, food production, safety, and understanding of therapeutic diet.
• Previous professional experience in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication skills – including ability to read and write English.

Company and Diversity Statement

Waterloo Regional Health Network is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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Job Details

Job Summary

Position: Aide #1

Category: Service

Employment Type: Employee

Work Type: Temporary Part- Time

Post Date: 10/30/2026

Salary: CAD 24.26-24.94

Close Date: 11/06/2026

Location: CA:ON:Kitchener (911 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener, ON, N2M 1B2, CA)

Note

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.