Dietary aide

Extendicare; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a full-time Food Service team member in Red Deer, Alberta to support residents with dining services. The morning shift runs from 6:30 am to 2:45 pm, with weekends and evenings required. Food Service experience is an asset, and a Food Safety Course is encouraged.

We value punctual attendance and a friendly, problem-solving approach. The role involves working both independently and with the team to ensure quality dining experiences for residents, contributing to

Qualifications

• Food Safety Course highly valued.
• Food Service experience is an asset.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Active listener with friendly, problem-solving approach.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.

Skills

Active listening

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Stand for extended periods

Problem-solving demeanor

Education

Food Safety Course

Job description

Job Description

Food Service experience an asset

Food Safety Course

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Be an active listener who projects a friendly, problem-solving approach and demeanor

Superb organizing, planning, prioritizing, time management and multi-tasking skills

Proven experience in taking personal responsibility for seeking information from various sources enables others' learning through sharing experiences, coaching, and mentoring

Works independently as well as collaboratively within the team

Able to work weekends and evenings and up to full-time hours

Excellent attendance required

Work Morning shift 6:30 am to 2:45 pm

Time Type: Full time

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.

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.