Dietary Aide, Temporary Casual, Food & Nutrition Services

Providence Care; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in long-term care is seeking a Dietary Aide to provide safe and appealing meal service to residents and guests. This role involves assisting with meal preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. With a commitment to a person-centered approach, this position offers a supportive environment where you can grow and develop your skills. Join a team that values quality care and provides opportunities for education and mentorship, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Group Retirement Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Education and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of Food Service Worker training or equivalent required.
• Previous LTC experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal service and check food item conditions.
• Perform cleaning duties and ensure proper food storage.

Skills

Meal Service

Food Handling

Cleaning Duties

Following Instructions

Education

Food Service Worker training program

Food Handler’s Course

Job description

Job Code: 16373

Status: Temporary Casual (up to 6 months)

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $21.76 - $22.93

Posting Period: March 14, 2025 - March 20, 2025

Position Summary

The Dietary Aide, in alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Providence Care, provides safe and appealing meal service to Residents and guests at catering functions, performs cleaning and dishwashing duties, and ensures proper storage, dating, and rotation of all food products in keeping with appropriate standards and guidelines for the department and in accordance with the Ministry of Health LTC regulations, The Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Public Health Act.

Education & Experience

• Successful completion or enrolment in Food Service Worker training program offered by an established college as listed in the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002 or a registered private career college in Ontario OR meeting the qualifications as identified in the Regulations of the Long Term Care Act, preferred.
• Previous LTC experience an asset.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English.
• Successful completion of the Food Handler’s Course every 5 years.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with meal service for residents, staff, and guests as assigned.
• Check temperature and condition of all food items.
• Partition food items in appropriate portion size.
• Transport food carts/catering wagons to designated areas.
• Set up and clear dining room tables as assigned.
• Perform daily cleaning duties as assigned.
• Prepare between meal nourishments and unit kitchen floor supplies as assigned.
• Ensure proper delivery, storage, dating, and rotation of all items.
• Maintain clean work station, equipment, and storage areas.

Why Work At Providence Manor

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans.
• Committed to a person and family-centred approach.
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits and vacation.
• Group Retirement Pension Plan.
• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires.
• Focus on Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Education, mentorship, and bursary opportunities.
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions.
• Located in downtown Kingston.