Geriatric Hospital Food Service Aide

Medisca Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Baycrest Hospital in Toronto, Canada, invites applications for a Food Service Aide in the Food and Nutrition Services department. This permanent part-time role supports resident meals, dietary plans, and Kosher compliance, with day-evening shifts and weekend work.

Responsibilities include portioning, serving with courtesy, maintaining hygiene, and assisting with dishwashing and cart operations. Prior healthcare or elderly-care exposure is valuable.

Qualifications

• High school completion or equivalent required.
• Current Food Handlers Certification in accordance with Public Health required.
• 1 year previous experience in an institutional, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality food service environment; or a combination of a Food Service Worker Certificate and experience is preferred.
• Previous experience working with the elderly is an asset.
• Good knowledge of general food service equipment, sanitation.
• Ability to organize time, set priorities and to multitask in order to meet various competing work and deadlines.
• Knowledge of Kashruth laws and practices is an asset.
• Sensitivity to cultural needs.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic food preparation functions including portioning food accurately and in accordance with production orders.
• Performs daily practices utilizing safe and high-quality standards for patients/clients.
• Maintains supplies and equipment including the nourishment cart.
• Serves clients in a courteous and engaging manner.
• Collects of dishes, loads and operates dish machine.
• Cleans and sanitize kitchen and dining area.
• Adheres to food handling methods according to established standards of sanitation, infection control and safety in accordance with Ministry of Health Long Term Care Standards, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and departmental policies and Kosher Laws.
• Serves food to residents according to therapeutic diets and preferences.
• May need to lift and carry heavy objects, and to withstand long periods of walking, standing and frequent bending and twisting.
• May need to steer and manipulate large and small food wagons through congested areas.
• Participates in training that supports the resident experience (e.g. Gentle Persuasive Approach).
• Other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Customer service skills

English communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers Certification

Job description

Baycrest Hospital in Toronto, Canada, invites applications for a Food Service Aide in the Food and Nutrition Services department. This permanent part-time role supports resident meals, dietary plans, and Kosher compliance, with day-evening shifts and weekend work.

Responsibilities include portioning, serving with courtesy, maintaining hygiene, and assisting with dishwashing and cart operations. Prior healthcare or elderly-care exposure is valuable.