Utility Worker - Nutrition and Food Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Truro; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Utility Worker in Nutrition and Food Services to support meal preparation, service and sanitation in patient and retail settings. Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will assemble meals, deliver nourishments, manage inventory and ensure safe food handling.

Position is permanent part-time (75%) with a focus on teamwork, customer service and adherence to safety standards. Physical duties include standing, lifting and moving supplies.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent (asset).
• Restaurant experience (asset).
• Customer service experience (asset).
• Ability to work as part of a team to meet goals.
• Effective communication with civility and respect.
• French language skills preferred.
• Frequent physical demands: standing, walking, bending, lifting 35–40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion and serve patient and visitor meals.
• Deliver meals and nourishments; distribute supplies.
• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment and work areas.
• Inventory management; FIFO handling of supplies.
• Interpret and confirm patient diet/meal orders.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

French language (preferred)

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert

Utility Worker - Nutrition and Food Services

Req ID: 224807
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: NFS Food Services CEHHC
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly PT (75%) x 1
Union: CUPESupportPosition
Posting Closing Date: 23-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

The Nutrition and Food Services, Utility Worker works in the patient and retail food service setting. Reporting to the Manager/Food Service Supervisor, the Utility Worker may be responsible for preparing and serving meals and supplies to patients, residents, Veteran’s, staff, families and customers. Additionally, they are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing patient trays, related equipment and workplaces. The Utility Worker supports safe food handling procedures and provides overall service excellence. The Utility Worker performs a number of key work activities across the site.

Key Work Activities: Percentages of time allocated in the Key Work Activities are dependent upon the site and role they fulfill. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Product/Food Preparation/Assembly and Service

• Assemble, portion, and serve patient, and visitor meals
• Portion and assemble nourishments, special feedings, beverages, menu items, prepare “mix & serve” menu items
• Salad and sandwich preparation

Delivery and Collection

• Delivery and distribution of selective menus and patient meals
• Delivery of nourishments, supplies (food and non-food)
• Collection of soiled patient trays
• Participating in receiving and storing supplies (food and non-food) using First In First Out (FIFO)
• Receive and interpret patient diet/meal orders; confirm patient meal requirements
• Inventory management

Food Safety and Sanitation

• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and work area
• Maintain basic work area safety and sanitation
• Safe food handling and hygiene
• Proper hand hygiene, food storage cleanliness/appropriate temperatures, sanitation, cross-contamination prevention, control time and temperature

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12 or equivalent considered an asset
• Restaurant experience is considered an asset
• Customer Service Skills considered an asset
• Ability to work as part of a team to provide services and achieve departmental and/or organizational goals
• Ability to perform duties within expected timeframes and standards of accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively while demonstrating civility and respect
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Frequent physical demands include extensive standing and walking, bending, lifting (maximum of 35- 40lbs), pulling and pushing, and transferring/transporting equipment

Pot Room requires the following (only for employees working in the Pot Room)

• Special footwear may be required for some food service areas – employer will reimburse for cost of safety shoes up to amount noted in Collective Agreement
• Heavy lifting (i.e. large industrial bake/cook ware mixing bowls)
• Physically demanding, repetitive tasks
• Working independently

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent part-time position; 56.25 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$20.74 - $21.56 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.