Dietary - Dietary Aide

County of Elgin; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Dietary Aide to join their team at a long-term care home. This role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals while ensuring compliance with safety and sanitary regulations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving others and a commitment to quality care. With flexible scheduling options and competitive compensation, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents. Join a caring community that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

OMERS Pension Plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Flexible Scheduling Options

Qualifications

• Completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker program.
• Current Safe Food Handling Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook with basic food preparation and service.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety Regulations

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Cook Diploma

Job description

Job Posting #93-25TL

Dietary Aide

Terrace Lodge

Posting Date: May 5, 2025

Do you have a passion for people, providing and preparing nutritious and delicious meals, and have a completed or are enrolled in a Food Service Worker program? The County of Elgin has an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Dietary Aide at Terrace Lodge.

Terrace Lodge "the heart of caring and sharing" Terrace Lodge is a 100-bed long-term care home in the Township of Malahide. Situated in beautiful Elgin County, our home features private and semi-private accommodation with 24-hour nursing care. Outdoor areas to relax with family, as well as living and dining areas are available for resident enjoyment.

Responsibilities

As a Dietary Aide, you will be responsible for basic food preparation, assisting the Cook where needed, and handling food in accordance with safety and sanitary regulations. You will also be responsible for service of food, setting and clearing tables, and receiving goods delivered to the dietary department. Attention to detail is key, as you will keep accurate records while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment (knowing the proper procedures for operating and cleaning all equipment, utensils, work services, etc. used in food service areas).

What can you expect as an employee?

• Competitive compensation - $27.11 to $27.56/hr (2024) with 14% in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay, paid each pay.
• Offered enrollment in the OMERS pension plan (if enrolled, in lieu of benefits will reduce to 9%).
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health).
• Rewarding and impactful work.
• Flexible scheduling options, including shift swapping directly through the Staff Schedule Care app!
  
  

Qualifications

• Successful completion or enrollment in a Food Service Worker program meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act
• Current Safe Food Handling Certificate
• A passion for serving others and providing quality care
• Cook diploma (an asset)
• Excellent communication skills
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• Successful completion of a police record check with vulnerable sector clearance.
• Satisfactory TB documentation
  
  

To be considered, please complete the application process through our website https://www.elgincounty.ca/careers/

If you have any questions or require assistance with an accommodation when completing the application process, please reach out to [e-mail] and indicate Dietary Aide- TL in the subject line. Confirmation will be sent upon receipt of your application. Incorrect information may result in withdrawal of your application.

Personal information for this position is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, as amended. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The County of Elgin is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.