Senior Living Dining Aide — Comfort & Care in Every Meal

Thehamletsatduncan; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Dietary Aide in Canada to assist with meal service, basic preparation, and maintaining cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas. Reporting to the appropriate manager, you will promote person-centered care and uphold safety standards.

The role emphasizes serving meals according to dietary needs, helping set up and sanitize dining spaces, and supporting residents with nourishment. A friendly, reliable team player will thrive in our resident-first environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices is required.
• Strong personal hygiene practices are required.
• Food Safe certification is an asset.
• CPR and First Aid certification is an asset.
• Computer literacy is required.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents and team members.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper food presentation, portion control and maintenance of appropriate serving temperatures.
• Assists with basic food preparation tasks.
• Serves meals and beverages to residents according to their dietary restrictions and individual preferences while encouraging independent feeding.
• Assists in setting up, cleaning and sanitizing the dining room and server prior to and after meal service.
• Assists in setting up, serving and cleaning in dining areas during special events, large orders and catered functions as needed.
• Interacts with residents to take meal orders and answer menu questions.
• Provides tray services according to the care or service plan.
• Prepares a variety of beverages, including freshly brewed coffee and tea.
• Dispenses nourishments for delivery to resident areas.
• Stores food in designated areas while following all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assists with receiving food and supplies and stores them in the appropriate areas while observing proper stock rotation.
• Operates the commercial dishwasher to wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, trays, and utensils.
• Ensures a safe and sanitary environment for team members and residents through adherence to organizational standards and protocols.
• Promptly reports unsafe conditions, incidents, or concerns to supervisor, General Manager or Health & Safety Committee.
• Identifies maintenance issues and reports them following established maintenance procedures.
• Responds promptly during emergency codes in alignment with organizational standards and protocols.
• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives by sharing ideas and providing feedback.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Ensures adherence to infection control policies and procedures through regular audits, observations, and investigations.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of resident medical and personal information in accordance with privacy legislation.
• Completes orientation upon hire and annual mandatory education as assigned.
• Supports other team members through their orientation process.
• Respects and upholds the Resident Bill of Rights and the Assisted Living Rights of Residents.
• Participates in team meetings and stays informed on relevant internal communications.
• Performs other duties as required to support operational needs.

Skills

Food service exp

Food safety knowledge

Hygiene practices

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Optima Living is seeking a Dietary Aide in Canada to assist with meal service, basic preparation, and maintaining cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas. Reporting to the appropriate manager, you will promote person-centered care and uphold safety standards.

The role emphasizes serving meals according to dietary needs, helping set up and sanitize dining spaces, and supporting residents with nourishment. A friendly, reliable team player will thrive in our resident-first environment.