Dietary Aide

Shannex Incorporated; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Continuing education

Innovation initiatives

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is hiring for a kitchen Associate in Dartmouth, NS. You will ensure meals meet quality, temperature, and portion standards, following production sheets and dietary needs for residents.

You will assist with prep, inventory, and maintaining clean dining areas, with a focus on safety and customer service. Ideal candidates have a high-school diploma or GED, food safety certification, and flexibility to work weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED.
• Proof of Food Safety Certification.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check if applicable.
• Kitchen experience is an asset.
• Experience with the elderly in long-term care or senior living is an asset.
• Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.
• Flexible hours and shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Strong customer service and passion for serving seniors.
• Experience in culinary field with plate prep.

Responsibilities

• Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet standards.
• Follows production sheets to guide food preparation and assist with cost control.
• Respects resident dietary needs, allergies, and special requests.
• Stays updated with daily menu changes and resident needs.
• Assists with deliveries and inventory control, stores and labels supplies.
• Maintains clean, organized servery and dining area before service.
• Operates sanitation dishwasher and pot washing per guidelines.
• Reports equipment temperature issues and takes corrective action.
• Participates in incident reporting and safety processes as required.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible hours

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English/French (asset)

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

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™.

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: $16.75 - $16.87
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, 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
• 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
• Stays up to date with the specific needs of each resident e.g. diet restrictions, allergies and special requests/accommodations.
• Stays up to date with daily changes related to menus and/or residents.
• 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
• Makes sure that the Servery and dining room appearance meets set standards for cleanliness, organization and set up prior to meal service.
• Processes pots, pans, and dishware and maintains sanitation dishwasher and dish sinks according to established and required cleaning guidelines.
• Immediately reports any equipment temperature issues to manager and takes corrective action as necessary.
• 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
• Additional duties as assigned/required

About You

• A high-school diploma or GED
• Proof of Food Safety Certification required
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Experience in a kitchen setting is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in working with the elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment considered an asset
• Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset
• First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts (including weekends and holidays)
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for serving seniors
• Experience in the culinary field and are familiar with preparing plates for clients
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care