Dietary Aide (PPT) (2) (SEIU 15.26)

Norfolk County; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk County, in Simcoe, Ontario, invites applications for a Dietary Aide at Norview Lodge. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents, ensuring safe food handling and a clean dining environment as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position is Permanent Part Time with up to 24 hours per week, posting #SEIU 15.26, wage range $26.077–$26.873 per hour (probationary $1 less). Apply to join a community-focused team dedicated to resident well‑being.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Current Safe Food Handler Certificate.
• Certified Food Service Worker Certificate (completed or enrolled, within 3 years from date of hire).
• Previous experience in long term care dietary services is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Health and Safety standards and regulations.
• Follow notes on portions and diets for Residents.
• Prepare and set up steam table counter and serving area.
• Maintain dining room settings and cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in team-based resident-centered care and service.

Skills

Resident service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Kitchen equipment

Safety awareness

Office software

Creativity in plating

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Safe Food Handler Certificate

Certified Food Service Worker Certificate

Long-term care dietary experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Department-specific software

Job description

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential.

As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career.

As a Dietary Aide at Norview Lodge, you’ll help prepare and serve nutritious meals that support residents’ health, comfort, and well‑being. Your work will ensure safe food handling, a clean dining environment, and compassionate, resident‑centered care as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That’s Norfolk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation, including compliance with Public Health standards and Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care regulations.
• Follow point of service notes, relating to portion and various diets, foods and nutritional snacks to Residents in a safe and appetizing manner.
• Prepare and set up steam table counter and serving area.
• Prepare dining room settings.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and dining areas including floors, counters, cabinets, tables, furnishings, equipment and supplies (e.g., dishes).
• Dispose of recyclables and garbage.
• Participate as a team member in providing Resident centered care and service.
• Orientate new staff and student placements as required.
• Participate in in-service educational opportunities.
• Maintain awareness (at all times) of emergency procedures; participate in drills and associated educational opportunities.
• Be aware of and comply with all Corporate and facility policies and procedures.
• Confidentiality is of extreme importance and must always be maintained.
• Adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routine and additional practices as required.
• Occasionally required to assist co-workers in tasks not directly related to this job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Current Safe Food Handler Certificate.
• Certified Food Service Worker Certificate (completed or enrolled in program and must be completed within 3 years from date of hire).
• Previous experience in long term care dietary services an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Resident and customer service focus.
• Good communication skills (both oral and written).
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with operation of telephone system and institutional kitchen equipment.
• Must be committed to a common purpose, performance goals and approach.
• Creativity in the plating and preparation/ presentation of attractive and appetizing meals.
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents.
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Posting #: SEIU 15.26

Position: Dietary Aide

Position Code: 7NLDTY

Status: Permanent Part Time

Number of Vacancies: 2

Employee Group: SEIU Local 1 Canada

Wage: $26.077 - $26.873 per hour (2024 rate) ($1 less per hr for probationary period)

Hours Worked per Week: Up to 24

Division: Emergency and Social Services

Department: Norview Lodge

Reports to: Supervisor, Nutritional Services

Location: Simcoe, ON

Posting Period: September 4, 2026 - September 21, 2026

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.