Dietary Aide: Compassionate Meal Service

Kindera Living; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Orchard Terrace Care Centre in Stoney Creek, ON is seeking a Dietary Aide to support the Food Services team by preparing meals under the cook's direction and ensuring resident safety during meals.

The role involves following prescribed diets, assisting with plating, maintaining clean service areas, and collaborating with staff to provide meals that are nutritious and enjoyable for residents.

Qualifications

• Completed or enrolled in a Food Service Work program at a college or private college.
• Or completed an apprenticeship in Cook/Assistant Cook under relevant acts.
• Or entered into a registered training agreement in the Cook trade.
• Experience or appropriate skills in institutional/health care food service.
• Food Handler Certification and knowledge of food handling and storage.

Responsibilities

• Delivers meals in a pleasant, courteous manner.
• Assists the cook in preparing and plating food as requested.
• Respects residents' likes/dislikes and adheres to dietary requirements.
• Follows diet/texture as prescribed by RD/MD.
• Maintains serveries, tables, storage areas, fridges and freezers.
• Loads/empties dishwasher and cleans tables.
• Collaborates with Food Services and other departments.
• Supports FIFO processes and follows cleaning procedures.
• Maintains a safe working environment and participates in required education.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Food service knowledge

Education

Food Service Worker program

Apprenticeship in Cook/Assistant Cook

Registered training in Cook trade

Job description

Orchard Terrace Care Centre in Stoney Creek, ON is seeking a Dietary Aide to support the Food Services team by preparing meals under the cook's direction and ensuring resident safety during meals.

The role involves following prescribed diets, assisting with plating, maintaining clean service areas, and collaborating with staff to provide meals that are nutritious and enjoyable for residents.