Food Service Worker II - (217605)

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Duncan, British Columbia is seeking a diligent individual to assist in meal preparation for patients and staff. The role requires effective communication and physical stamina to carry out various cooking and cleaning tasks. Candidates must have at least a Grade 10 education and some related experience. This position is vital to ensuring dietary accuracy and quality service in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Plate meals for patients/residents and staff under supervision.
• Wash and scrub pots, pans, and related dishes.
• Prepare and portion therapeutic diet items.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Work organization

Equipment operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 10 education

One year of related experience

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Cook or Food Service Supervisor, plates meals for patients/residents and staff, washes and scrubs pots, pans and related dish washing duties; prepares and portions therapeutic diet items including nourishment's; measures and combines food and beverage ingredients by methods such as grinding, blending, slicing, dicing and/or puree; and checks patient/residents meals to ensure dietary accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 10 plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize workload.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1416.pdf