Dietary Aide (Part-Time)

County of Lennox and Addington; Greater Napanee; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Greater Napanee is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to enhance the well-being of individuals in a long-term care home. You will serve meals and maintain cleanliness in dining areas, adhering to health standards. Ideal candidates will have a Safe Food Handler Certificate, previous food service experience, and a passion for helping people. A friendly and supportive work environment awaits.

Benefits

Pension

% In Lieu of Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Training

Mentorship Opportunities

Employee Wellness

Peer Support Team

Annual Wage Increases

Qualifications

• Current Safe Food Handler Certificate is mandatory.
• Must possess or enroll in Food Service Worker Certificate Program within 3 months.
• Previous experience as a food server is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Exhibit patience and tact while interacting with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Portion and serve meals to residents and guests.
• Set and clear tables, ensuring dining areas are clean.
• Assist with dishwashing and prepare daily nourishments.
• Adhere to Public Health and Ministry of Health standards.
• Contribute positively to the Dietary Services Team.

Skills

Safe Food Handler Certificate

Food Service Worker Certificate

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of senior population needs

Patience and tact

Physical endurance

Education

Secondary school graduation diploma

Food Service Worker Certificate Program enrollment

Job description

Salary: $23.69 to $26.85 per hour

Primary Location: The John M. Parrott Centre

Closing Date: November 16, 2025

Posting # 2025-113

* Pension * % In Lieu of Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Training * Mentorship Opportunities * Employee Wellness * Peer Support Team * Annual Wage Increases

Why work with us:

We believe in empowering people to live their best lives – not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well‑being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired.

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state‑of‑the‑art, 168 bed long‑term care home located in the Town of Greater Napanee. We offer free parking, a safe work environment, and advanced technology to support our staff. We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well‑being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Portion and serve correct meals to residents and guests
• Responsible for setting and clearing tables and keeping the work areas, dining room and other areas in the department clean and sanitized
• Assist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishments
• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance Standards
• Functions effectively and contributes positively to the Dietary Services Team
• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code
• All other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings:

• Must possess a current Safe Food Handler Certificate
• Must possess a Food Service Worker Certificate, be currently enrolled in or enroll within 3 months of start date in the Food Service Worker Certificate Program at a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or Food Service Worker program provided by a Registered Private Career College & approved by the Superintendent of Private Career Colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005
• Possess a secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalent
• Previous experience as a food server in a dining room setting is required
• Excellent communication skills and able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Requires understanding of the special needs of the senior population
• Exhibit patience and tact in their daily tasks involving residents, guests, and staff
• Must be in good physical health, be clean and neat in appearance, and have excellent personal hygiene
• Ability to lift fifteen pounds as well as stand, walk, and bend for an entire shift, as this is a very physically demanding job

The John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and, therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Also, through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning.

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process, and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.