Dietary Aide, Part-Time, Greenwood Court

Tri-County Mennonite Homes; Stratford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established community care home is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join their team. This role involves serving meals, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, possess basic nutrition knowledge, and exhibit a genuine concern for the elderly.

Benefits

Pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Short-term disability

Paid orientation

Training opportunities

Employee appreciation events

Tuition support programs

Qualifications

• Effective communication with staff and residents required.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and diet needs essential.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and perform dishwashing duties.
• Assist with food preparation under cook's direction.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Basic nutrition knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Flexibility

Judgment

Job description

Dietary Aide
Part-Time

Greenwood Court, Tri-County Mennonite Homes
Stratford, ON

About Greenwood Court:

Greenwood Court is designed as a 'Community of Care' where seniors are able to age in place. As the needs of our seniors change, they have access to additional services and supports without having to leave familiar surroundings or newly developed friendships. Staff and volunteers are committed to making Greenwood Court "a place to call home" for its residents.

About the position:

As a valued member of the team, the Food Service Worker will serve food, dishwash, and other related duties. They are also responsible to aid with food preparation under the cook's direction

Wage:

• $19.51-$23.03

Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to learning and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

• Must be able to relate, communicate and co-operate effectively with staff, residents, residents’ families, and the public
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and special diet needs of individual residents
• Able to operate kitchen utensils and equipment safely and efficiently
• Able to work in an environment that is subject to temperature change
• Able to tolerate standing and lifting throughout the workday
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be open to new knowledge and changes in the healthcare and food service fields
• Must be able to exhibit maturity, good judgment, and flexibility
• Possess physical and mental capabilities to provide quality resident care
• Must show genuine concern for the elderly

What we Offer:

• Full-time, part-time and casual opportunities
• Pension plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Training opportunities and career development
• Employee appreciation lunches and events
• An employee Social Committee
• Tuition support programs
• Employee pricing on meals from our kitchen
• A positive and supportive working environment

About Tri-County Mennonite Homes

New employees will be required to complete a vulnerable sector check and TB test as part of the onboarding process.

Tri-County Mennonite Homes does not require COVID-19 vaccination as a part of the onboarding process, however TCMH continues to strongly recommend "up-to-date" COVID-19 vaccinations.

Tri-County Mennonite Homes is a leader in providing services to seniors and adults with developmental disabilities. With dedicated staff and volunteers, we operate three divisions: Greenwood Court in Stratford, Nithview Community in New Hamburg, and Aldaview Services in New Hamburg. Our mission is "Making Every Day Matter".

Tri-County Mennonite Homes is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with our Human Resources Consultant.