Dietary Aide - King Pitt

RhynoCare; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Kingston is seeking a Food Service Worker to support meal service in long-term care settings. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates are required to have or be enrolled in a Food Service Worker Program and possess Food Handler Certification. This position offers competitive compensation and flexible scheduling options.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program compliant with the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act.
• Food Handler Certification approved by Public Health.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Manage portion control of food items.
• Ensure safety precautions are followed.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Catering experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program

Food Handler 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.

RhynoCare prides itself on offering competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and ongoing support to ensure your success.

We value our healthcare partners and foster a positive, respectful work environment.

If you're a healthcare provider seeking your next career opportunity, join our team.

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Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Manage portion control of food items.
• Ensure safety precautions are followed; report unsafe incidents or equipment issues to management.
• Operate equipment safely, including documenting temperatures of pot wash, dish machines, refrigerators, and freezers, and follow up as needed.
• Deliver catering to hospital locations, including picking up dirty dishes for ware washing.
• Maintain proper serving temperatures and observe meal service time limits.
• Assist Cooks with preparing salads, vegetables, fruits, and basic breakfast items or desserts.
• Clear plates and trays, operate dishwashers, and clean pots and utensils.
• Assist with daily prep work as per the Prep List.
• Properly store and label dietary supplies and leftovers.
• Check and document food temperatures and quality, follow HACCP guidelines, and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and work areas.
• Set up for catering events, including linens, equipment, and special requests.

Requirements

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program compliant with the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act.
• Food Handler Certification approved by Public Health.
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting and stand for long periods.
• Current (within 6 months) VPS screening.
• Experience in kitchen or food service setting preferred.