Dietary Aide, Casual, Food & Nutrition Services

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dietary Aide to provide safe and appealing meal services to residents and guests. This role involves assisting with meal preparation, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service and the ability to follow instructions effectively. Join a team committed to quality care and make a difference in the lives of those you serve. If you are looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Food Service Worker training preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal service for residents and guests.
• Check temperature and condition of food items.
• Maintain clean work station and storage areas.

Skills

Food Service Worker training

English comprehension

Food Handler's Course

Education

Completion of Food Service Worker training program

Previous LTC experience

Job description

Job Code: 16869

Status: Casual

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $ 21.76 - $ 22.93

Posting Period: April 25, 2025 - May 1, 2025

The Dietary Aide, in alignment of the Mission, Vision and Values of Providence Care provides safe and appealing meal service to Residents, and guests at catering functions, performs cleaning and dishwashing duties, and ensures proper storage, dating and rotation of all food products in keeping with appropriate standards and guidelines for the department and in accordance with the Ministry of Health LTC regulations, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Public Health Act.

Education & Experience

• Successful completion or enrolment in Food Service Worker training program offered by an established college as listed in the Ontario colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or a registered private career college in Ontario OR meeting the qualifications as identified in the Regulations of the Long Term Care Act, preferred
• Previous LTC experience an asset
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English
• Successful completion of the Food Handler’s Course every 5 years
  
  

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with meal service for residents, staff, and guests as assigned
• Check temperature and condition of all food items
• Partition food items in appropriate portion size
• Transport food carts/catering wagons to designated areas
• Set up and clear dining room tables as assigned
• Perform daily cleaning duties as assigned
• Prepare between meal nourishments and unit kitchen floor supplies as assigned
• Ensure proper delivery, storage, dating and rotation of all items
• Maintain clean work station, equipment, and storage areas