Food Services Diet Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 38,403 - 54,695; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Food Services Diet Technician to support patient nutrition and dietary needs. This role involves using various computerized tools to manage diet orders and ensure adherence to dietary standards. Candidates should have a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision and strong communication and operational skills. The environment is multi-site, and prior related experience is preferred. This is a casual position with specific requirements for safety and record checks.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision plus one year's recent related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computerized applications for diet order management.
• Meet time-sensitive diet administration duties.
• Ensure nutrition and diet standards are met.
• Perform related administrative duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical ability to carry out duties

Operating related equipment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduation from a recognized two-year program in Food Service Supervision

Certificate in Food Safe Level 1

Job description

Food Services Diet Technician - (225467)

Location: Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $33.79 - $33.79

Shift Start Time/End Time: As required/TBD

Days Off: As required

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi‑Site

Travel Requirement: No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Yes

Planned Start Date: Mar. 9 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

Job Description: In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager or designate, the Food Services Diet Technician utilizes a variety of computerized applications, including diet order management programs, and is responsible for meeting time‑sensitive diet administration duties for a multi‑site organization, ensuring nutrition and diet standards are met, and performing various related administrative duties.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience: Graduation from a recognized two‑year program in Food Service Supervision plus one (1) year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certificate in Food Safe Level 1.

Skills And Abilities

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