Dietary Aide (Collingwood)

Mimak Care Corporation; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Dietary Aide to join their culinary team in Collingwood. In this role, you'll assist in meal preparation, ensure food safety, and contribute to a positive dining experience for residents. Ideal candidates are enrolled or completed a Food Service Worker Program and possess prior experience in long-term care settings. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary experience in LTC Home preferred (0-1 year).
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Capability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plating and serving meals according to established standards.
• Ensure food is prepared in accordance with health guidelines.
• Clean and care for dietary equipment after each use.

Skills

Food safety practices

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Job description

About the job: Dietary Aide (Collingwood)

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

• Follow established policies, procedures, work systems, and cleaning procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared and served in accordance with health and food guidelines.
• Use all dietary equipment competently.
• Participate in meal presentation.
• Work cooperatively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist in planning and organizing food preparation to ensure all meals and snacks are served on time, at appropriate temperatures, textures, and quantities.
• Clean, care for, and store equipment properly after each use.
• Report any required repair work or environmental deficiencies.
• Deliver and serve meals according to residents' assessed needs.
• Assist with dining room clean-up.
• Help prepare the environment for all special events.
• Participate in facility and department committees as required.
• Use CQI/Risk Management processes to evaluate and ensure follow-up.
• Engage actively in ongoing educational opportunities.
• Promote wellness as a concept of living.
• Contribute to the formulation and maintenance of departmental policies, goals, and objectives.
• Collaborate with volunteers and student placements to enhance departmental scope.
• Use supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Provide input on menu planning and changes based on residents' preferences.
• Adopt safe work practices to protect own health and others, report unsafe conditions immediately, and attend relevant occupational health and safety training.
• Follow all roles and responsibilities under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Handle chemicals safely in accordance with WHMIS guidelines.

What you bring:

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act requirements.
• Previous dietary experience in LTC (Long Term Care) Home preferred (0-1 year).
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to read, write, and understand simple verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Capability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.