Food Services Helper - Charlton

St. Joe's; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joe's is seeking a Part-Time Employee for Patient Food Services at Charlton Campus. This role involves delivering and preparing meals for patients while maintaining high sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12 education and preferably a Food Handler Certificate, emphasizing effective communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional food service operation will be an asset.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Must wear safety shoes.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and serving meals to patients.
• Preparing patient meals/meal trays with dietary restrictions.
• Maintaining work area/equipment to meet sanitation and safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Primary Site Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Posting #: 31632
Department: Patient Food Services
Employee Type: Regular, Part Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: CUPE
Openings Remaining: 1

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Sunday, Weekends, Holidays
Time of Day: Days, Afternoons
Shift: Various Rotating, 4 hour, 6 hour, 7.5 hour
Shift Start: 7:00, 7:30, 11:30, 13:30, 16:00 Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date:26/06/2025
Closing Date:03/07/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Experience in institutional food service operation will be an asset
• Food Handler Certificate preferred
• Applicants must be able to speak, read and write English and be capable of following oral and written instructions thoroughly
• Ability to perform related duties including standing, bending, walking and pushing carts through the department and hospital
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain a friendly disposition with patients
• Neat appearance, good attendance and work record are essential
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment
• Must wear safety shoes

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Delivering and serving meals to patients
• Working on a belt line
• Preparing patient meals/meal trays with dietary restrictions
• Operating microwave/convection ovens
• Operating and maintaining dish cleaning machines
• Assisting with inventory as required
• Delivering and retrieving meal carts and supplies
• Pushing food supply carts between dock and department
• Handling garbage bags
• Maintaining work area/equipment to meet sanitation and safety standards
• Reports directly to Food Services Supervisors

WAGE RATE:
Hourly: $26.62...$27.78...$28.91 (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people.We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.