Dietary Aide

122013 Manitoulin Centennial Manor Board of Management; Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Manitoulin Centennial Manor in Little Current, Ontario is seeking a part-time Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals to residents in accordance with individual diets, and assist the dietary team with basic food prep and dishwashing.

You will read recipes, maintain safe temperatures, handle utensils, and participate in training and in-service education. The role requires standing for long periods and modest lifting, with days/evenings/weekends/holidays shifts.

Qualifications

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the Ontario LTC Homes Act requirements.
• If enrolled, must complete program within three years of hire date.
• Past dietary experience is a plus in LTC settings.

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 with cleaning and preparing uncooked foods like salads, vegetables and fruits.
• Follows basic instructions in preparing simple foods and garnishes.
• Clears plates and trays, loads and operates the dishwasher.
• Cleans pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure.
• Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and leftovers.
• Adheres to department policies on QA, safety, infection control.
• Assembles nourishment carts and stocks unit kitchenettes.
• Attends in-service education programs and facility meetings.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Food handling basics

Dishwashing & kitchen prep

Education

Food Service Worker Program aligned with LTC Act

Job description

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.
• Prepare food in accordance with Dietary Dept. standards, read recipes, work independently, critically think.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.
• If enrolled, must complete program within three (3) years of hire date.
• 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 O.S.S.D or Equivalent.

Time Type: Part time

Compensation Details $23.22 - $25.28

CONTACT INFORMATION

Brad Dubreuil Dietary Manager
Manitoulin Centennial Manor
Address: 70 Robinson Street, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0
Phone: [phone] ext.314 | Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long‑term care home. When you join us, 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 are 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. We are committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the hiring 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.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long‑term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high‑quality care and services to help people live better.

MISSION

To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

VISION

Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

VALUES

We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.