Dietary Aide / Relief Cook

County of Lennox and Addington; Greater Napanee; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The County of Lennox and Addington invites applications for a part-time Food Service Worker at the John M. Parrott Centre in Greater Napanee, ON. You will prepare meals, follow HACCP guidelines, and ensure dining areas are clean and safe for residents and guests.

We seek someone with current safety certificates, strong English communication, and relevant kitchen experience. This role offers supportive teamwork, opportunities for growth within a long-term care setting, and a community-focused

Qualifications

• Must possess current Safe Food Handler or Safe Food Service Worker certification.
• Enrolment in a Food Service Worker Certificate Program or equivalent is acceptable.
• Preference for chef training, culinary management diploma, or Red Seal designation.
• Excellent communication skills in English and ability to follow instructions.
• Physical ability to perform duties including lifting and standing for shifts.
• Experience as cook is required; food server experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain HACCP compliance.
• Portion meals, rotate stock, and manage leftovers efficiently.
• Keep work areas and dining spaces clean and sanitized.
• Assist with dishwashing and daily nourishments for residents.
• Supervise dietary staff in the Manager/Supervisor's absence.
• Ensure accurate serving to residents and guests and adhere to dietary standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Follow verbal and written instructions

Physically able to lift 40 pounds

Direction to team members

Attendance reliability

Education

Safe Food Handler Certificate

Safe Food Service Worker Certificate

Food Service Worker Certificate Program enrollment

Secondary school diploma (or equivalent)

Chef training or culinary management diploma

Red Seal Designation (preferred)

Job description

Posted on October 23, 2026 County of Lennox and Addington

• Part Time
• Food Services / Hospitality
• Greater Napanee, ON
• $24.52 - $29.36 Hourly
• Closes October 30, 2026

Why work with us:

We believe in empowering people to live their best lives – not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well-being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired.

The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home located in the Town of Greater Napanee. We offer free parking, a safe work environment, and advanced technology to support our staff. We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well-being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepares menu items following recipes, menus, therapeutic diets, production sheets and departmental procedures
• Operates commercial equipment in a safe manner
• Portion food requirements for each RHA. Rotates Stock and plans the utilization of leftover foods
• Follows all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and sanitation practices to ensure food safety
• In the absence of the Manager/Supervisor, you will direct staff as needed and oversee and train dietary staff
• Portion and serve correct meals to residents and guests
• Responsible for setting and clearing tables and keeping the work areas, dining room and other areas in the department clean and sanitized
• Assist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishments
• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance Standards
• Functions effectively and contributes positively to the Dietary Services Team
• All other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings:

• Must possess a current Safe Food Service Worker Certificate, be currently enrolled in or enroll within 3 months of the start date in the Food Service Worker Certificate Program at a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or Food Service Worker program provided by a Registered Private Career College & approved by the Superintendent of Private Career Colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005

OR

• Preference will be given to those who have completed a chef training or a culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Preference will be given to those who possess a Red Seal Designation
• Must possess a current Safe Food Handler Certificate
• Possess a secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills and able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Previous experience as a cook is required and experience as a food server in a dining room setting is an asset
• Experience in operating large quantities of kitchen equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, stand, walk and bend for the entire shift as this is a very physically demanding job
• Requires understanding of the special needs of the senior population
• Exhibit patience and tact in their daily tasks involving residents, guests and staff
• Must be in good physical health, be clean and neat in appearance and have excellent personal hygiene
• Ability to give direction to other team members
• Satisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code

The John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program . Also, through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning.

The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.

Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process, and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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