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Shannex Incorporated; Town of Quispamsis; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Town of Quispamsis is seeking a dedicated food service team member. You will be responsible for meal preparation and service, ensuring quality and presentation standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of food service or customer service experience. Work in a supportive team that values compassion and connection in serving residents. Competitive benefits include health plans and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits

Access to virtual healthcare

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Vacation accrual

WorkPerks program discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience serving food or in customer service.
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire.
• Advanced proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food quality, presentation, and delivery meet standards.
• Prepare and serve meals to residents according to guidelines.
• Maintain dining room appearance and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service experience

Food service knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $16.19 - $16.71
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Consistently ensures food quality, presentation, and service delivery meet established department standards. Ensures meals are visually appealing, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is warm, attentive and timely;
• Prepare and provide meal service to residents and guests according to established standards, procedures and guidelines and respecting the resident’s right to individualized services and observing special diet restrictions, resident preferences and outlined departmental procedures;
• Ensure dining room appearance meets established standards including table linens pressed and in place, tables set with appropriate place settings for meals, and wait stations tidy and containing appropriate supplies;
• Clear tables, load and safely operate dishwasher. Complete manual ware washing as required;
• Contribute to the team environment as a member of the Food and Beverage department, working towards departmental goals and priorities and providing ongoing feedback from residents and guests to the Food and Beverage Manager on meals and menu choices in order to be continually improving;
• Communicates with the supervisor if there is a noted change in the nutritional status of a resident (i.e. changes in appetite);
• Promote a safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely, and completing safety education;
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

About You

• A high-school diploma, GED, or equivalent education;
• At least one year of experience with serving food or demonstrated experience in customer service;
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire;
• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in French considered an asset;
• Smart Serve & Food Handlers Certificate considered an asset;
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services, and care.

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today! Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.