Dietary Aide - Perth

RhynoCare; Perth; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Ontario is seeking a Food Service Worker to manage food service operations in various care settings. Responsibilities include serving food, ensuring safety standards, and assisting kitchen staff. Candidates must have relevant certifications and be available for shifts on weekends and holidays. A supportive work environment with competitive compensation is offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program.
• Food Handler Certification approved by the Public Health Department.
• Experience in a kitchen or food service setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to diets and preferences.
• Manage portion control and ensure safety precautions.
• Operate equipment safely and document temperatures.
• Assist cooks in preparing foods and follow instructions.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Food Handler Certification

Job description

RhynoCare Staffing offers a wide range of job opportunities for healthcare providers, including both regulated and unregulated staff.

Our clients include hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private practices, providing various work settings to suit your preferences.

We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and ongoing support to ensure your success.

We value our healthcare partners and foster a positive, respectful work environment.

If you are a healthcare provider seeking your next career opportunity, we invite you to join our team.

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Responsibilities

• Serve food to residents according to individual diets and preferences.
• Manage portion control of food items.
• Ensure safety precautions are followed in the assigned area. Report unsafe incidents or equipment issues to management to prevent accidents. Follow established safety procedures.
• Operate equipment safely, including documenting temperatures of pot wash, dish machines, refrigerators, and freezers, and take follow-up actions as needed.
• Deliver catering to various hospital locations, including picking up dirty dishes for washing.
• Observe time limits for meal serving and maintain proper food temperatures.
• Assist cooks with preparing uncooked foods like salads, vegetables, and fruits, and follow instructions for simple food items such as breakfast dishes and desserts.
• Clear plates and trays, load and operate dishwashers, and clean pots and utensils as per procedures.
• Assist with daily prep tasks as per the Prep List.
• Properly store and label dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
• Check and document temperatures and taste of food items, ensure corrective actions are taken for unsatisfactory quality, and document accordingly, following HACCP guidelines.
• Ensure equipment, utensils, and work areas are cleaned and sanitized properly.
• Set up for catering events, including linens, chair covers, equipment, and other customer requests.
• Adhere to departmental policies on quality assurance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.
• Assemble nourishment carts and stock unit kitchenettes.
• Participate in meetings and in-service education programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program compliant with the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act.
• Food Handler Certification approved by the Public Health Department.
• Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).
• Experience in a kitchen or food service setting.