Dietary Aide (Brantford/Cambridge/Kitchener)

Mimak Care Corporation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-term care organization is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist with meal preparation and service in the Region of Waterloo. Responsibilities include plating, serving meals, cleaning areas, and participating in meal planning while adhering to health guidelines. The ideal candidate should have completed a Food Service Worker Program and possess dietary experience in long-term care settings. Ability to stand for long periods and follow safety procedures is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Food Service Worker Program as per Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act is required.
• Preferred experience in a Long-Term Care Home of 0-1 year.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Able to read and write English and understand simple instructions.
• Committed to safe work practices and safety procedures.
• Ability to lift moderate to heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plating and serving of meals.
• Clean serving areas and dietary equipment.
• Participate in meal presentation and planning.
• Clean and store equipment after use.
• Support in meal planning and event preparation.
• Participate in committees and CQI/risk management activities.
• Promote resident wellness as part of daily duties.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Understanding simple instructions

Ability to work safely

Ability to do moderate to heavy lifting

Education

Successful completion of Food Service Worker Program

Previous dietary experience in LTC

Job description

Dietary Aide (Brantford/Cambridge/Kitchener)

About the job

As a valued member of our culinary team you will assist with plating and serving of meals, and will be responsible for cleaning serving areas, as well as equipment. While following established policies, procedures and standards.

• 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
• Participates 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 resident's assessed needs
• Assists with dining room clean-up
• Assists in preparing the food and the environment for all special events
• Must participate on various facility and department committees as required
• Use CQI/Risk Management process to evaluate and ensure follow-up
• Must actively participate in ongoing educational opportunities
• Required to promote wellness as a concept of living
• Participates as required in the formulation and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures, goals, and objectives
• Works cooperatively with volunteers and student placements to enhance the scope of the department
• Uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently
• Provides input as required and as per resident’s likes and dislikes, on menu planning and changes
• Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety
• Follows all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Is competent in the safe use of chemicals (WHMIS guidelines)

What you bring

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC (Long Term Care) Home 0-1 year(s).
• Must be able to stand for extended 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.