Dietary aide

Extendicare; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare in Kapuskasing, Ontario is seeking two part-time Dietary Aides for a 60-bed long-term care facility. Reporting to the Dietary Manager, you will assist with food prep, meal service, and keeping eating and kitchen areas clean and organized.

Candidates should have a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in the FSW program, and a Food Handler’s Safety Certificate. French ability is a plus; lift and stand for long periods are required.

Qualifications

• Food Service Worker Certificate or enrollment in FSW program is required.
• Food Handler’s Safety Certificate is required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• French language ability is an asset.
• Ability to lift moderate to heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Serves food to residents according to diets and preferences.
• Assists Cooks with basic food prep and salads.
• Cleans dishes, utensils, pots and pans; operates dishwasher.
• Stocks and labels dietary supplies and leftovers.
• Follows safety, QA, and infection control policies.
• Attends facility meetings and in-service education.

Skills

Food service

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

Food Service Worker Certificate

Food Handler’s Safety Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Candidates are invited to apply for 2 Part Time position for Dietary Aide in our 60-bed long-term care facility located in Kapuskasing, Ontario.

Reporting to the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation and serving of meals. Cleans eating, cooking, storage, serving areas and 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

• Previous dietary experience preferred


• Applicants must have a Food Service Worker Certificate, or be enrolled in the FSW program. Applicants must also have a Food Handler’s Safety Certificate.


• Must be able to stand for long periods of time


• Ability to speak French will be considered an asset


• 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

Time Type

Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

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.