Dietary Aide

Aramark; Welland; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service management company in the Niagara Region is seeking a Dietary Aide to support meal delivery and service in compliance with health guidelines. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service, be enrolled in a relevant program, and demonstrate teamwork in a long-term care setting. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to improving the dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ongoing education interest.
• Experience in a long-term care setting is an asset.
• Familiarity with health and food guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of dietary areas and equipment.
• Participate in meal presentation and special events.

Skills

Food service experience

Ability to follow instructions

Cleanliness

Teamwork

Education

Food service worker program

Safe Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Under the supervision of the Food Service Manager / Food Service Supervisor, the Dietary Aide is responsible and accountable for the delivery and service of meals and nourishments and the preparation of dietary areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow established policies, procedures, work systems and cleaning procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Ensures food is prepared and served in accordance with health and food guidelines
• Uses all dietary equipment with competence.
• Participation in meal presentation.
• Works cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assists in planning and organizing food preparation to ensure all meals and snacks are served on time, at an appropriate temperature, texture and quantity.
• Cleans cares for and stores equipment properly in designated areas after each use.
• Responsible for reporting any required repair work or deficiency in the environment.
• Delivers and serves meals according to residents assessed needs.
• Assists with dining room clean-up.
• Assists in preparing the food and the environment for all special events.
• Participates on various facility and department committees as required.

Qualifications

• Have a successfully completed or are enrolled in a Food service worker program at a established under Ontario college of applied arts and technology act, 2002 or one that is provided by a private career college and approved by the Superintendent of private career colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005 as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021 ss 79 and Ontario regulation 84/22 (1) preferred.

Appropriate food service experience, skill and knowledge in fields of institutional, health care setting is an asset.

A valid Safe Food Handler’s Certificate preferred.

Experience in a Long term care setting is an asset.

Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you\'re pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .

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