Dietary Aide - Casual

Jarlette Health Services; Chatham; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to join their team. In this casual position, you will play a vital role in the delivery and service of meals, ensuring the highest standards of dietary care. You will work under the guidance of the Dietician, preparing dietary areas and supporting the nutritional needs of residents. This role offers a chance to grow your career through skill development and advancement opportunities. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides recognition for your hard work. If you have a passion for food service and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Referral bonus

Skill development and internal advancement

Awards and recognition programs

Exclusive discounts on products and services

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker program.
• 2 years dietary experience in a Long Term Care home preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery and service of meals and nourishments.
• Preparation of dietary areas under direction of the Dietician.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Understanding of Dietary Instructions

Active Interest in Ongoing Education

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Meadow Park Chatham

110 Sandy's Street, Chatham, Ontario

Join our team as a Dietary Aide!

Casual position available

As a Dietary Aide under the direction of the Dietician/Food Service Supervisor, you are responsible and accountable for the delivery and service of meals, nourishments and the preparation of dietary areas.

The Following Traits And Qualifications Are Required

• Have a successfully completed or are enrolled in a Food Service Worker program at a established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or a Food Service Worker program provided by a registered 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, skills and knowledge in fields of institutional, health care, restaurant or hospitality setting.
• A valid Safe Food Handler’s Certificate preferred.
• 2 years dietary experience in a Long Term Care home preferred.
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Our Offer To You May Also Include

• Referral bonus
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
• Exclusive discounts on products, services and travel

Please note, all applicants must be located in Canada and legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on receipt of a current (within the past 6 months) criminal reference check including vulnerable sector screening before starting at the location, proof of two vaccinations against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, including vulnerable sector screening and two (2) supervisory references that are satisfactory to the employer.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Note during COVID-19: At the outset of the COVID-19 situation in Canada, Jarlette Health Services implemented heightened precautionary protocols in all of our homes. We continue to follow the advice of provincial and federal governments, our sector regulators and local Public Health agencies. Job responsibilities are being reviewed and adjusted accordingly to ensure the well-being of the successful candidate.