Dietary Aide

Njoyn; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Shannex team as a Dietary Aide at Opal Ridge Enhanced Care in Dartmouth. This role involves ensuring the quality of meals, assisting with food preparation, and catering to the dietary needs of residents. As a vital part of our community, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and the fulfillment of making a difference in seniors' lives.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Life, travel, and other insurances

Access to virtual healthcare

Pension plan for team members

Free onsite parking

Access to WorkPerks program for discounts

Continuing education and training opportunities

Recognition and rewards for service excellence

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or GED required; Food Handlers Certification preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and some culinary experience desired.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet standards.
• Familiarize with clients' dietary restrictions and assist with inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Dietary awareness

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

Shannex

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

Anticipating to open in the Fall of 2025, we are searching forDietary Aides to join ournew Opal Ridge Enhanced Careteam based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $16.61 - 18.77
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• Pension plan available for full-time and part-time team members
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is timely.
• Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control.
• Familiarizes self with the specific needs of each client e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations.
• Assists with the process for checking and receiving of deliveries and inventory control. Ensures all supplies are stored, labelled, and rotated properly.
• Participates in the client and employee incident reporting and investigation process as required.
• Reports areas and equipment in need of repair to the maintenance department.
• Ensures kitchen appearance meets established standards for cleanliness and organization.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Grade 12 or GED
• Food Handlers Certification (preferred)
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (including weekends and holidays)
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for serving seniors.
• Some experience in the culinary field and are familiar with preparing plates for clients
• Previous experience working with the elderly is an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.