Dietary aide

Riverwood Senior Living; Alliston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and providing excellent service to residents. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and community. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this job is perfect for you. Join a team that makes a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

Benefits

On-site amenities

On-site housing options

Support for newcomers and refugees

Qualifications

• Completion of a college or CEGEP program of less than 1 year is required.
• Experience in food preparation and sanitation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food items while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation.
• Handle kitchen equipment and ensure proper food storage.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

College or CEGEP Certificate

Tools

Conventional Oven

Deep Fryer

Grill

Job description

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks:

• Bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving areas and set tables
• Carrying and replace linen
• Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units
• Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs
• Load buspans and trays
• Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware
• Place dishes in storage area
• Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas
• Scour pots and pans
• Portion and wrap foods
• Prepare, heat and finish simple food items
• Stock refrigerators and salad bars
• Take customers' orders
• Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs
• Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment
• Handle and store cleaning products
• Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas
• Remove kitchen garbage and trash
• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit
• Prepare meals

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Conventional oven
• Deep fryer
• Grill

Security and safety:

• Bondable

Transportation / travel information:

• Own transportation
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Other benefits:

• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Other benefits

Support for newcomers and refugees:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition