Food Service Worker (FSW)

Quinte Health; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Quinte West is seeking an entry-level food service worker to manage food preparation and client service tasks. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 education, a valid Food Handlers Certificate, and a solid understanding of food and nutrition. Responsibilities include food service functions, maintaining kitchen standards, and following health regulations. This full-time position requires effective communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate from Public Health (one-day online course).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete food service functions for clients, including preparation and cleaning.
• Assemble patient trays according to established time frames and policies.
• Perform all work in accordance with Public Health policies and procedures.

Skills

Good understanding of food and nutrition

Effective communication

Writing skills

Ability to withstand temperatures of 8–13 °C

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Valid Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

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Position Summary

Application deadline: November 5, 2025.

Required

• Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate from Public Health (one‑day online course).
• Good understanding of food and nutrition; able to follow recipes, measurements and portion control.
• Ability to withstand temperatures of 8–13 °C for periods of 2 hours.
• Effective communication with management, clients, suppliers and co‑workers.
• Work with minimum supervision and accomplish tasks in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining a polite, service attitude toward co‑workers and patients.
• Good writing skills to complete documentation that is part of Food Handling (HACCP) guidelines; file and maintain records for management and inspectors.
• Document food orders/supplies to maintain the department.
• Operate fax machines, printers, phone lines and other office equipment (including tablets and computers).
• Answer questions and take corrective actions with Local Public Health Representatives.
• Work independently and with a team.
• Maintain satisfactory work performance in the present position.
• Be flexible and adapt to changes in scheduled hours, work assignments, environment and style of service.
• Adjust to a constantly changing environment.
• Successfully complete the required training program within the defined probationary period.
• Successfully be mask fit tested.

Duties

• Provide complete food service functions for clients, including food preparation, restocking supplies, and cleaning dining, cooking areas and equipment.
• Prepare, disassemble, restock and clean the tray line for food assembly operations and all other areas within the department, including dish machine and waste removal.
• Assemble patient trays according to established time frames and all NFS department/Public Health policies, ensuring safe food handling.
• Work with other inter‑professional staff, delivery personnel, suppliers, office and clerical staff.
• Complete all housekeeping tasks using equipment such as vacuums, mops and floor machines.
• Perform all work in accordance with Public Health (safe food handling) Quinte Health policies and procedures and requirements, including WHMIS and provincial/local regulatory agencies for Quality Assurance & Safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

• Required occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight of 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10–15 pounds and max 30.

Mobility

• Required constantly – standing.
• Required frequently – walking, bending/stooping.
• Required occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling.
• Required rarely – balancing, climbing.

Dexterity

• Required frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion.
• Required occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down).

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613‑969‑7400 x2577.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care