Dietary Aide

Extendicare; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare Country Side is hiring a part-time Dietary Aide at our 256-bed long-term care home in Sudbury, Ontario. Reporting to the Dietary Manager, you will help prepare and serve meals, clean and stock areas, and follow established procedures.

You will need a valid Food Handlers Program and prior LTC dietary exposure is preferred. Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate to heavy items is required. Work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Handlers Program as required by Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act.
• Previous dietary experience in a long-term care setting preferred (0–1 year).
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift moderate to heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Serve residents according to individual diets and temperatures.
• Assist cooks with preparation of simple foods.
• Clear dishes and load dishwasher; clean pots and utensils.
• Stock nourishment carts and unit kitchenettes.
• Follow safety, QA, and infection control procedures.
• Attend meetings and participate in in-service education.

Skills

Food handling

English literacy

Stamina

Teamwork

Education

Food Handlers Program

Job description

Job Description

DIETARY AIDE (PART-TIME) – Extendicare Country Side

Candidates are invited to apply for the part-time Dietary Aide position to work at our Extendicare Country Side facility, a 256-bed long-term care home, located in Sudbury, Ontario.

Reporting to the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation and serving of meals. Cleans eating, cooking, storage, and serving areas, as well as equipment. Follows established policies, procedures and standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves food to residents according to individual diets and preferences. Observes time limits for meal serving. Maintains foods at proper serving temperature.
• Assists Cooks to clean and prepare such uncooked food as salads, vegetables and fruits. Follows basic instructions in preparing such simple foods as breakfast items, basic desserts and garnishes.
• Clears plates and trays, loads and operates dishwasher. Cleans pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure.
• Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
• Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment, and infection control.
• Assembles nourishment carts. Stocks unit kitchenettes.
• Participates in facility meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Handlers Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC Home 0-1 year(s).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to read and write English as well as to understand simple verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting
• Successful candidate must be available to work days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays

CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2026

In Ontario, Extendicare, ParaMed Home Health Care and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.

Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

$21.96 - $23.46

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.