Dietary Aide (Long Term Care)

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd.; Fergus; On-site; CAD 27,890 - 39,722; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Learning and growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Homes Ltd. in Fergus, Ontario is seeking a part-time Food Service Worker to support our residents with nourishing meals in a respectful, patient-friendly kitchen environment.

The role requires a Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Training, strong English communication, reliability, and the ability to follow directions and adapt to dietary textures. Starting wage is $24.54 per hour, with terms defined in the Collective Agreement; apply now to

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Training Program.
• Willing to accept verbal and/or written direction.
• Able to cope with the physical and emotional demands of the position.
• Geriatric, long-term care experience is beneficial.
• Experience in long-term care food service is an asset, including texture-modified diets, therapeutic and production spreadsheets.
• Good communication skills, able to read and write in the English language.
• Punctual and reliable.

Skills

Good communication

English literacy

Punctual and reliable

Willing to follow directions

Education

Food Service Worker Certificate

Food Handler Training Program

Job description

Location

Fergus, Ontario

Time Type

Part-Time

About Caressant Care

For over 50 years, Caressant Care has created a comfortable, caring home environment where our residents across Ontario can receive high-quality care. We proudly serve over 1,500 residents across our 15 long-term care homes and 10 retirement homes. Operating primarily in small towns, Caressant Care creates tight-knit communities where everyone knows and looks out for one another. At Caressant Care, we prioritize the well‑being of our employees and provide them with opportunities to learn and grow, whether they are experienced professionals or just starting. Become a part of our team and experience fulfilling and impactful work that brings joy to your life and the lives of others.

What We Offer…

• At the core of our workforce is a passion for people, fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives, experiences, and beliefs.
• A caring and comfortable space for our residents, their families and our employees.
• Learning and growth opportunities for professionals at all stages of their careers.
• Competitive wages and benefits.

What You Bring…

• Successful completion of Food Service Worker Certificate and Food Handler Training Program (or commitment to obtain within a specified period, as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Homes Act and its Regulations)
• Must be willing to accept verbal and/or written direction
• Able to cope with the physical and emotional demands of the position
• Geriatric, long-term care experience is beneficial
• Experience in long-term care food service is an asset, including texture-modified diets, therapeutic and production spreadsheets
• Good communication skills, able to read and write in the English language
• Punctual and reliable

The starting rate of pay is $24.54 per hour, and the terms and conditions of employment are as set out in the Collective Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our focus at Caressant Care is on hiring individuals whose skills and abilities will contribute most to our organization’s success and who also mirror the communities in which we operate. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. If you have questions or require accommodations during the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 519-539-0408. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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