Dietary Aide - Gloucester

RhynoCare; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing firm in Ottawa is seeking Food Service Workers to serve residents and manage food safety. Candidates must have completed or be enrolled in a Food Service Worker Program and hold a Food Handlers Certification. Responsibilities include serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safety compliance. The position offers flexible scheduling and requires availability for various shifts.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act requirements.
• Food Handlers Certification approved by Public Health Department.
• Experience in a kitchen or food service setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets.
• Manage portion control of food items.
• Follow safety precautions and report unsafe incidents.
• Operate equipment safely and document temperatures.
• Assist cooks in preparing uncooked foods.
• Clear plates and trays, operate dishwashers.

Skills

Food Service

Safety Compliance

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

RhynoCare Staffing offers a wide range of job opportunities for healthcare providers, including both regulated and unregulated staff.

Our clients include hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private practices, providing a variety of work settings to suit your preferences.

We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and ongoing support to ensure your success.

If you are a healthcare provider seeking your next career opportunity, we invite you to join our team.

*** LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY ***

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Manage portion control of food items.
• Follow safety precautions in the assigned area, report unsafe incidents or equipment issues to management, and adhere to safety procedures.
• Operate equipment safely, document temperatures of pot wash, dish machines, refrigerators, and freezers, and follow up as necessary.
• Deliver catering to various hospital locations, including handling dirty dishes for ware washing.
• Observe time limits for meal serving and maintain food at proper temperatures.
• Assist cooks in preparing uncooked foods like salads, vegetables, and fruits, and follow instructions for simple food preparations.
• Clear plates and trays, operate dishwashers, and clean pots, pans, and utensils as per procedures.
• Assist with daily prep tasks as per the prep list.
• Properly store and label dietary supplies and leftovers.
• Check and document temperatures and taste of food items, ensuring compliance with HACCP guidelines; initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Set up for catering events, including linens, chair covers, equipment, and other customer requests.

Requirements

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act requirements.
• Food Handlers Certification approved by Public Health Department.
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).
• Experience in a kitchen or food service setting.