Food Service Worker

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

York Region seeks a Food Service Worker for a temporary replacement role at the Newmarket Health Centre. You will assist in food preparation, meal service, tray delivery and clean-up while upholding LTC and health standards.

Working with a team, you’ll help ensure residents receive meals on time in a supportive environment. Requires a Food Service Worker Certificate (or enrollment), PVSC checks, and healthcare dietary experience; 14 weekly hours.

Qualifications

• Two years of secondary education or equivalent.
• Must hold a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in a program.
• Completion of an approved Food Safety Course.
• Satisfactory PVSC checks as part of employment.
• Minimum one year of experience in a healthcare dietary department.
• Ability to provide PVSC, TB screening and immunization proof as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation to meet production requirements.
• Set tables and deliver trays for resident meals.
• Portion and serve food in dining areas.
• Collect soiled dishes and transport to cleaning area.
• Operate cleaning equipment and stock food service areas.
• Respond to inquiries and maintain regional customer service standards.
• Support buddy training of other staff as assigned.

Skills

Food service experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Two years of Secondary School or equivalent

Food Service Worker Certificate

Enrolled in a Food Service Worker training program

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Job Title

Food Service Worker

Status

Temporary Part-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

7 Months

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

Per hour

Salary Grade

$25.69 - $27.92

Department

York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Paramedic and Seniors Services

Location

Nwmkt Dietary Services - 194 Eagle Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 1J6 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)

LOCATIONS:

• Newmarket Health Centre: 194 Eagle Street - Newmarket, ON

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people.Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Production and Support Services, is responsible for assisting in all aspects of food preparation, service, delivery, collection and clean-up in accordance with Ministry of Health Long Term Care (LTC) Standards, Health Protection & Promotions Act, The Occupational Health & Safety Act and Departmental Policy.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Assists in the preparation of large quantities of food to meet the production requirements of the facility, its related functions and outreach programs.
• Sets tables in dining area for residents meals.
• Delivers trays to serving areas for the service of meals.
• Portions and serves food to residents in dining rooms.
• Collects all soiled dishes, utensils and trays and returns to clean-up area.
• Operates commercial cleaning equipment; transports food/material/supplies to food service areas by hand or hand truck.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate, from the residents.
• Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
• Assists in on the job “buddy training system” of other employees, as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of two years of Secondary School or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must hold a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in a Food Service Worker training program offered by an established College and able to obtain the Certificate within three years of appointment.
• Completion of an approved Food Safety Course.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Checks (PVSC).
• Minimum one (1) year's experience in the dietary department of a health care facility.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act (O.Reg.79/10).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

14

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

Close Date

November 2, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE 905 Long Term Care

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.