Dietary Aide Permanent Parttime

EXTENDICARE; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

EXTENDICARE in Oshawa is looking for a Dietary Aide to assist with food preparation and serving to residents. The role requires cleaning and maintaining cooking and eating areas while adhering to established policies and safety practices.

Ideal candidates should have dietary experience, a Food Service Worker Certificate, and be ready to work part-time, including days, evenings, and weekends. A valid Vulnerable Sector Check and TB test are required.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary experience preferred.
• Must have a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in the FSW program.
• Ability to read, write and understand simple verbal and written English instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and serving of meals.
• Clean eating, cooking, and serving areas and equipment.
• Serve food to residents according to individual diets.

Skills

Dietary experience

Ability to follow safety protocols

Ability to lift moderate to heavy weights

Basic English communication

Education

Food Service Worker Certificate

Food Handler’s Safety Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Aide assists with food preparation and serving of meals, cleans eating, cooking, storage, serving areas and equipment, and follows established policies, procedures and standards.

Must have a valid Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) within 6 months. Must also provide a TB test.

Work Schedule: On call + various hours (38 hours biweekly 7:30am‑1:15pm).

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences, observing time limits for meal serving and maintaining foods at proper serving temperature.
• Assist cooks to clean and prepare uncooked foods such as salads, vegetables and fruits; prepare simple breakfast items, desserts and garnishes following basic instructions.
• Clear plates and trays, load and operate dishwasher, and clean pots, pans and cooking utensils as per procedure.
• Participate in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
• Adhere to established departmental policies and procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment and infection control.
• Assemble nourishment carts and stock unit kitchenettes.
• Participate in facility meetings and attend in‑service education programs as assigned.
• Perform grocery shopping twice per week.
• Conduct cleaning once per week.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Previous dietary experience preferred.
• Applicants must have a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in the FSW program and a Food Handler’s Safety Certificate.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, write and understand simple verbal and written English instructions.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting.
• Successful candidate must be available to work days, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.
• Must provide VSC and TB test.

Time Type: Part time