Diet Aide

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist with patient meal preparation, assembly and distribution in a hospital setting. You will follow safe food handling practices, assemble trays by portion size, stock areas, and deliver carts to designated units.

The role requires prior food service experience, Grade 10, a valid Food Handler's certificate, and the ability to read, write and communicate in English. Indigenous language abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English effectively, with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Indigenous language knowledge or cultural familiarity is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble and distribute patient meals following safe food handling practices.
• Assemble trays accurately according to portion sizes and tray tickets.
• Stock and replenish food and supplies; clean and sanitize equipment and service areas.
• Label and deliver carts to designated areas; participate in QA programs.

Skills

English literacy

Indigenous language knowledge

Education

Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards) or equivalent

Job description

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organisation also delivers some province‑wide health services and supports centralised administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organisations.

Position Overview

The incumbent participates in the preparation, assembly and distribution of patient meal service following safe food handling practices. Assembles the meal trays accurately according to defined portion size and tray ticket. Prepares and portions food items as indicated on tallies, prep charts and nourishment labels. Stocks and replenishes food and supplies in designated areas. Cleans and sanitises equipment, small wares and service areas. Labels and delivers carts to designated areas. Participates in Quality Assurance Programs.

Experience

• Previous experience in food service.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 10, Manitoba Standards, required.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Valid Food Handler's certificate required.

Qualifications And Skills

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English effectively, with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• The strength demands of the job are rated as medium handling 20 to 45 lbs. The vast majority of the strength demands are between 10 to 20 lbs.
• Position involves bending, gripping, lifting, pushing, pulling and standing for long periods of time.
• Working in a cold environment (3-10 degrees), and/or warm environment.
• Exposure to chemical cleaning supplies.
• Proven ability to adapt to changing tasks and demonstrate accurate hand/eye coordination with manual dexterity in both hands.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently in a time sensitive environment.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

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