Dietary Aide-PT(.2) Patient Food Service

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is seeking a Part-time Dietary Aide (.2) for Patient Food Service. The role covers day, evening and weekend shifts as assigned within Nutrition and Food Services. Join a values-based team focused on quality patient care and efficient operations.

Minimum Grade Ten with a valid Ontario Food Handler certificate is required; HACCP knowledge is a plus. Experience in large-quantity kitchens and strong English communication are assets.

Qualifications

• Grade Ten minimum
• Ontario Food Handler Training Certificate within last 5 years
• Knowledge of HACCP is an asset
• 1 year experience in large quantity kitchen is an asset
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and basic software
• English literacy and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform dietary duties as assigned
• Responsibilities may rotate within the schedule
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Skills

English proficiency

Effective communication

Education

Grade Ten or equivalent

Ontario Food Handler Training Certificate

Tools

Stoves and ovens

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Dietary Aide-PT(.2) Patient Food Service

Posted Date: 11/4/2026, Closing Date: 11/11/2026, Education Level: None specified

Ref# 26SEI270

1 – Part Time (.2) – Dietary Aide

Nutrition and Food Services

This position will involve working the day, evening, weekendshifts. The shift is not to be interpreted as a guarantee.

Why Join Us?

• ImpactfulWork: Your leadershipwill directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a valuesbased team environment.
• CompetitiveCompensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud toparticipate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP),offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pensionplan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believethat a strong pension recognizes ouremployees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as partof our overall compensationpackage. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As your employer, we alsocontribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part ofachieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission:

We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patientsand families.

Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive toindividual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions.

Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment.

Applicantsare required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Under the direct supervision of the Food Services Supervisor,performs dietary duties as assigned. Assignment of responsibilities may rotate within the schedule, determined by theSupervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum completion of Grade Ten
• Ontario Food Handler Training Certificate, current within thelast 5 years is required
• Knowledge of HACCP is an asset
• One year experience working in a large quantity kitchen wouldbe an asset
• Knowledge of computer software, large quantity productionequipment such as: stoves, ovens, grills, mixers, blenders, peelers, vegetable chopper/dicer, meat slicer, mincer,microwave ovens, cash register
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must be able to communicate effectively (tasks related to skill‑reading of work schedules, cleaning lists, and communicating with fellow employees)

Salary Range: $26.992 to 27.366

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally weare identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.