Logistics & Nutrition Assistant, Part Time, Logistics & Nutrition Services

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Care Hospital is seeking a Logistics and Nutrition Assistant to support patient meal service, assist with food preparation, and help with transportation and sanitation tasks. The role emphasizes teamwork in a hospital environment and requires a standard secondary education credential.

Candidates should have a valid Ontario driver’s license and experience with food service operations; HACCP knowledge and National Food Safety training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency required.
• Completion of National Food Safety Training Certificate Program preferred.
• Six months’ work experience in institutional food services environment preferred.
• Experience with HACCP guidelines preferred.
• Valid Ontario driver's license Class G with clean abstract; Class F preferred.
• Experience using computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Assists in provision of food services for meal service for patients/clients.
• Assists with routine food preparation tasks.
• Operates equipment such as dish machine, food chopper, toaster, and transport vehicle.
• Maintains cleanliness by sanitizing equipment, work surfaces, dining areas and storage areas.
• Performs HACCP-related documentation at each meal.
• Drives community clients to appointments and supports client travel as planned.
• Licensed drivers may operate Providence Care accessible bus or 12‑passenger van.

Skills

Computerized systems

HACCP knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Ontario Secondary School Grade 12 equivalency

National Food Safety Training Certificate Program (preferred)

Job description

Job Code: 26320

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $27.74 - $28.64/hr

Posting Period: August 8, 2026 - August 17, 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.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.