FOOD SERVICES WORKER II

Northern Health; Quesnel; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks vacation after one year

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training and leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health is hiring a dedicated Food Service Worker for a casual position at Dunrovin Park Lodge in Quesnel, BC. You will assist cooks, prepare patient trays and meals, and maintain hygiene while serving staff. Training and routine duties are provided within NH policies.

The role requires a Grade 10 and at least 1 year of related experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. It includes basic cleaning, cash handling, and food preparation tasks in a hospital/long-term care

Qualifications

• Grade 10 with 1 year related experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with others.
• Physical ability to perform duties and sustain activity.
• Ability to organize work and manage tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cooks with blending, grinding, slicing, salads and desserts.
• Prepare patient trays and resident meals according to nutrition care plans.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils and perform general cleaning.
• Serve staff meals and handle cash for items purchased.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Work organization

Education

Grade 10 + 1 year experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Position Summary

We are currently looking for a hard working and dedicated Food Service Worker to fill a Casual position at the Dunrovin Park Lodge. 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 Dunrovin Park Lodge

Community:

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

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, 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

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• 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