Logistics & Nutrition Assistant, Logistics & Nutrition Services

Providence Care; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Kingston is seeking a part-time Logistics and Nutrition Assistant to support food services and transport patients. Candidates should have Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency and preferably experience in institutional food services. This role includes food preparation, cleaning, and assisting clients with transportation to appointments. The position offers competitive wages and a commitment to quality healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

On-site café and cafeteria

Education and mentorship opportunities

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency.
• Completion of the requirements for the National Food Safety Training Certificate Program is preferred.
• Six months’ work experience in an institutional food services environment is preferred.
• Experience working with HACCP guidelines is preferred.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license Class G and clear driver’s abstract; Class F is preferred.
• Experience using computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of food services for centralized and decentralized meal service for patients/clients.
• Assist with routine food preparation tasks.
• Operate a variety of equipment such as dish machine and food chopper.
• Maintain cleanliness by cleaning and sanitizing food service equipment and work surfaces.
• Perform inventory control and quality standard-related duties.
• Drive community clients to appointments as assigned.

Skills

Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency

National Food Safety Training Certificate

Six months’ work experience in institutional food services

Experience with HACCP guidelines

Valid Ontario driver’s license Class G

Experience using computerized systems

Job description

Job Code: 21257

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $25.83 - $26.66/hr

Posting Period: January 9, 2026 - January 18, 2026

Working as a collaborative team member, the Logistics and Nutrition Assistant performs various duties including food and nutrition preparation, delivery, cleaning and sanitation processes; portering patients/clients/equipment/supplies; and providing transportation services for outpatients/clients.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Minimum of Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency
• Completion of the requirements for the National Food Safety Training Certificate Program, preferred
• Six months’ work experience in an institutional food services environment, preferred
• Experience working with HACCP guidelines, preferred
• Valid Ontario driver’s license Class G, and clear driver’s abstract; Class F, preferred
• Experience using computerized systems

Position Responsibilities

• Assists in provision of food services for centralized and decentralized meal service for patient/clients.
• Assists with routine food preparation tasks.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as dish machine, food chopper, toaster, and the transport vehicle as assigned.
• Maintains cleanliness by cleaning and sanitizing food service equipment, work surfaces, delivery carts or denest, dining tables, storage areas and pot areas.
• Performs inventory control and quality standard related duties by completing Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Temperature procedure guidelines at every meal and completing related documentation.
• Drives community clients to community appointments, as assigned, and temporarily until client independence with community travel is consolidated as per client service plan.
• F licensed drivers, will drive community clients using Providence Care accessible bus or 12 passenger van.

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails

Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.