Dietary Aide (Food Services) 2026-88

Owen Sound; West Nipissing; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

West Nipissing General Hospital in Ontario is seeking a reliable Dietary Aide to join our Food Services team. You will help prepare and deliver meals to patients, follow dietary guidelines, and keep work areas clean and safe.

This part-time role offers on-the-job training, a friendly team environment, and flexible shifts including weekends and holidays. Prior food service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable working on their feet in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to follow instructions and work safely with food.
• Friendly, respectful, and patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and deliver meals to patients throughout the hospital.
• Follow simple meal instructions and special diet guidelines (training provided).
• Keep kitchen and food service areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Wash dishes and assist with basic food prep tasks.
• Work as part of a friendly team to support patients, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Team player

Food safety awareness

Job description

Make a Real Difference—One Meal at a Time

West Nipissing General Hospital is looking for a reliable, caring, and team-oriented Dietary Aide to join our Food Services team. If you enjoy hands-on work, helping others, and being part of a supportive workplace, this could be a great opportunity for you!

As a Dietary Aide, you play an important role in patient care by helping ensure our patients receive safe, nutritious, and enjoyable meals every day.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

1. Help prepare and deliver meals to patients throughout the hospital
2. Follow simple meal instructions and special diet guidelines (training provided)
3. Keep kitchen and food service areas clean, organized, and safe
4. Wash dishes and assist with basic food prep tasks
5. Work as part of a friendly team to support patients, staff, and visitors

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

1. Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn
2. Comfortable working on their feet in a fast-paced environment
3. Able to follow instructions and work safely with food
4. Friendly, respectful, and patient-focused
5. Available to work a variety of shifts, including some weekends and holidays

Previous food service or kitchen experience is an asset, but not required.

Why Work at West Nipissing General Hospital?

1. Stable part-time hours with flexibility
2. Competitive hourly pay
3. On-the-job training and support
4. A welcoming, team-based work environment
5. The satisfaction of knowing your work directly supports patient care