Compassionate Dietary Aide - Meaningful Care & Growth

AgeCare; Elmira; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Pay & Benefits

Career Growth

Supportive Culture

Meaningful Work

Community Feel

Recognition

Job summary

AgeCare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support residents' dining experiences by setting up, serving, and clearing meals in a welcoming, home-like environment. You will assist with meal preparation, tray delivery, table setup, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining room and kitchen, while following health and safety procedures.

Requirements include a Food Handler's Certificate, willingness to train, excellent customer service, ability to lift heavy items, and, if possible,

Qualifications

• Food Handler's Certificate is required.
• Experience in food service with seniors preferred.
• Must be enrolled in Food Service Worker Training Program or have completed.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Physically able to lift and transfer heavy items and stand for long shifts.
• Second language proficiency is an asset.
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals to residents and guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist in set up and preparation for service of beverages, salads, desserts, etc.
• Set and clear dining tables and deliver tray service as required.
• Assist with cleaning of dishware and cutlery after each seating as required.
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining area as required.
• Assist with catering and participate in special occasions and theme events.
• Assist in orientation and training of new dietary employees.
• Follow and comply with health and safety legislation and departmental safe job procedures.
• Comply with all provincial regulations and established department policies and procedures.

Skills

Food Handler's Certificate

Customer service

Second language

Vulnerable Sector Check

Physical stamina

Training program enrollment

Job description

AgeCare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to support residents' dining experiences by setting up, serving, and clearing meals in a welcoming, home-like environment. You will assist with meal preparation, tray delivery, table setup, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining room and kitchen, while following health and safety procedures.

Requirements include a Food Handler's Certificate, willingness to train, excellent customer service, ability to lift heavy items, and, if possible,