Dietary Aide Temporary Part Time D13

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Mapleview; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous mentorship

Employee perks

Recognition programs

Robust benefits

Job summary

Extendicare York Home in Sudbury, ON is seeking a Part-Time Food Service Worker to join our culinary team. You will assist with plating and serving meals, help Cooks with prep, and maintain clean serving areas in a long-term care setting.

Requirements include enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program or completion, a current Food Handler's Certificate, and ability to stand for long periods. Availability for days, evenings, weekends and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Enrolled/completed Food Service Worker Program as per Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act requirements.
• Current Food Handler's Certificate required.
• Prior dietary experience in long-term care preferred.
• Able to stand for extended periods and read/write English.
• Able to follow safety practices and handle lifting.
• Must be available for day/evening shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Serve residents according to diets and preferences, maintain food temps.
• Assist cooks with simple food prep and salads.
• Clear dishes, operate dishwasher, clean pots and utensils.
• Stock and label dietary supplies and leftovers.
• Follow department policies, safety and infection control.
• Assemble nourishment carts and stock kitchenettes.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Food Service Knowledge

Dietary Restrictions

English Proficiency

Safety Awareness

Lifting Ability

Flexible Scheduling

Education

Food Service Worker Program enrollment/completion

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Job Description Job Description At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our culinary team you will assist with plating and serving of meals. and will be responsible for cleaning serving areas, as well as equipment. While following established policies, procedures and standards. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our York Home, located in Sudbury, ON. Available opportunities include Part-Time; Day/Evening

What you’ll be doing

• Serves food to residents according to individual diets and preferences. Observes time limits for meal serving. Maintains foods at proper serving temperature.
• Assists Cooks to clean and prepare such uncooked food as salads, vegetables, and fruits. Follow basic instructions in preparing such simple foods as breakfast items, basic desserts, and garnishes.
• Clears plates and trays, loads, and operates dishwasher. Cleans pots, pans, and cooking utensils as per procedure.
• Participates in proper storage and labeling of dietary supplies and food, including leftovers.
• Adheres to established departmental policies, procedures regarding quality assurance, fire, safety, environment, and infection control.
• Assemble nourishment carts. Stocks unit kitchenettes.
• Participates in facility meetings as assigned. Attends in-service education programs.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

What you bring

• Successful completion and/or enrollment in a Food Service Worker Program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required. If enrolled, you must complete the program within three (3) years of hire date.
• Current Food Handler`s Certificate
• Previous dietary experience preferred in LTC (Long Term Care) Home 0-1 year(s).
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to read and write English as well as to understand simple verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work safely, following established safety practices and procedures.
• Must be able to do moderate to heavy lifting
• Successful candidates must be available for workdays, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Employee Perks
• Recognition Programs
• Robust benefits package

Time Type: Part time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission

To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Our Vision

Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Our Values

We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.