Dietary Aide - Casual

130011 Axium Extendicare LTC II LP; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading long-term care provider in Ottawa is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in meal preparation and serving. Responsibilities include ensuring food safety, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to dietary restrictions. Candidates must complete a Food Service Worker Program and be available for flexible shifts. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Food Service Worker Program is required.
• Previous dietary experience in a long-term care home preferred.
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting.
• Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets.
• Assist cooks in food preparation.
• Clean and maintain kitchen areas and equipment.
• Store and label dietary supplies properly.

Skills

Ability to stand for long periods

Ability to read and write English

Ability to work safely

Moderate to heavy lifting

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Job description

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time type Part time

posted on Posted 4 Days Ago

job requisition id R20099

Job Description

DIETARY AIDE - New Orchard Lodge

Casual

Candidates are invited to apply for the temporary position of Dietary Aide in our 109 bed facility New Orchard Lodge, located in Ottawa, Ontario

Reporting to the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation and serving of meals. Cleans eating, cooking, storage, and serving areas, as well as 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.
• Participates in facility meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

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 holiday

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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.

About Us

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes.

Our Mission
“Helping People Live Better.”

We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life.

We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members.

Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance.

Our Vision
Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada.

Our Values
At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us.

Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations.

Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents.

Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement.

Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others.

Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers.

Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication.

Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.

Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.