Dietary Aide (LTC): Nourish & Serve with Care

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous mentorship

Recognition programs

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Hamilton is hiring a part-time Food Service Worker to assist with plating and serving meals and to help maintain clean serving areas and equipment. You must follow established policies and procedures and contribute to a safe, high-quality dining environment for residents.

Ideal candidates will have a Food Handler's Certificate, willingness to complete a Food Service Worker program under the Ontario LTC Act, and prior dietary experience in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Completion/enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act requirements.
• Current Food Handler's Certificate.
• LTC home experience preferred (0–1 year).
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Reading/writing English and following simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Maintain proper serving temperatures and observe time limits.
• Assist Cooks with prepping simple foods and garnishes.
• Clear plates, load dishwasher, and clean utensils and pots.
• Stock unit kitchenettes and assemble nourishment carts.
• Attend meetings and in-service education programs.
• Follow safety, infection control and QA policies.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Food Service

Food Handler Certificate

LTC Experience

English Literacy

Education

Food Service Worker Program (Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act)

Job description

Extendicare Hamilton is hiring a part-time Food Service Worker to assist with plating and serving meals and to help maintain clean serving areas and equipment. You must follow established policies and procedures and contribute to a safe, high-quality dining environment for residents.

Ideal candidates will have a Food Handler's Certificate, willingness to complete a Food Service Worker program under the Ontario LTC Act, and prior dietary experience in a long-term care setting.