FOOD SERVICES WORKER II

Northern Health; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is expanding its casual Food Service Worker team at Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre in Burns Lake. You will assist cooks, prepare salads, portions and trays, and support diet plans while maintaining hygiene standards and service to staff and patients.

Responsibilities include tray assembly, beverage preparation, dishwashing, and cash handling for items sold. A Grade 10 with related experience is required, with strong communication and physical stamina essential for

Qualifications

• Grade 10 with one year recent related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cooks with blending, grinding, slicing and plate preparation.
• Set up and portion patient trays and resident meals, including therapeutic diets.
• Check patient trays for accuracy and prepare items like tea, coffee and toast.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans and utensils and perform general cleaning.
• Serve staff meals and oversee cash collection for items purchased.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Organization

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 10

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Food Service Worker to fill a Casual position at the Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre. In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, and working within the scope of Northern Health (NH) Regional Policies and Processes, the NH Regional Food Safety Plan and the NH Regional Food Sanitation Plan, this position assists the Cooks, blending, grinding, slicing, preparing salads, vegetables, sandwiches, and portioning desserts, measuring and combining food and beverage ingredients. Sets up and portions, with accuracy, patient trays and / or resident meals including therapeutic diet items according to nutrition care plans. Check patient trays to ensure accuracy. Prepares items such as tea, coffee and toast. Washes dishes, pots, pans, utensils and performs general cleaning. Serves staff meals and oversees the collection and receipt of cash for items purchased which may include punching meal tickets.

Qualfications

• Grade 10 with one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

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

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Burns Lake

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants