Dietary Aide

Sienna Senior Living; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the lives of its residents as a Dietary Aide. In this vital role, you will ensure proper food handling and cleanliness while assisting in meal preparation and service. Your contributions will foster a warm, welcoming environment that prioritizes the well-being of residents. With a commitment to innovation and growth, this organization values teamwork and diversity, making it an exciting place to work. If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Ability to operate institutional cooking equipment.

Responsibilities

• Following proper food handling techniques and maintaining cleanliness.
• Assisting in meal preparation and serving according to dietary preferences.

Skills

Food Handling Techniques

Effective Communication

Operating Cooking Equipment

Education

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Tools

Dishwasher

Conveyor Toaster

Meat-Slicer

Job description

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us!

The Dietary Aide is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.

As a Dietary Aide your typical day will impact in the following ways:

• Following proper food handling techniques.

• Dates, labels, and stores food properly.

• Keeping work area clean and uncluttered, and completes scheduled cleaning duties.

• Maintaining cleanliness of floors in the food preparation, dish room, and storage areas.

• Supporting all aspects of optimal food service to meet the needs of the residents in accordance with infection control, quality management, legislative requirements and the organization standards.

• Assisting in the preparation of meals, serving meals and beverages, following residents' diets and food preferences, using proper portion sizes.

• Taking orders for the first and second menu choices from residents (by resident name and preference selection, following likes and dislikes).

• Setting and clearing tables in the dining rooms and washing/sanitizing tables, chairs, and serveries.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Must Haves:

• Must maintain a current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate.

• Must be familiar with the correct procedure for service and handling of food.

• Ability to operate institutional cooking equipment, for example, dishwasher, conveyor toaster, and meat-slicer.

• Must have effective verbal and written English communication skills.

• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants.

• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.