Geriatric Care Kitchen Assistant | Food Services

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care; Markham; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pension plan

Professional development

Learning opportunities

Education assistance

Award-winning culture

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Food Service Worker to support meal delivery and kitchen hygiene in a culturally inclusive senior care setting.

Responsibilities include portioning and serving meals, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness in high‑demand kitchen areas. Applicants should have a relevant program or certification, and flexibility for shift work.

Qualifications

• Completion of or current enrollment in a recognized Food Service Worker Program.
• Current Food Handler Safety Certificate is required.
• Experience in food services is preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy trays, pots and pans.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Screen is required.
• Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
• Ability to communicate in Chinese is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals, portion and serve desserts, and assist with dishwashing.
• Clean and sanitize cooking equipment, pots, pans and surfaces in the kitchen.
• Adhere to government and organization policies and standards.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Fast-paced work

Chinese an asset

Education

Food Service Worker Program

Food Handler Safety Certificate

Job description

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Food Service Worker to support meal delivery and kitchen hygiene in a culturally inclusive senior care setting.

Responsibilities include portioning and serving meals, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness in high‑demand kitchen areas. Applicants should have a relevant program or certification, and flexibility for shift work.