Dietary Aide

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Minnesota; In loco; USD 13.000 - 17.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Prairie Mountain Health is seeking a Dietary Aide for the Swan Valley Health Facilities in Swan River. You will assist in assembling, producing and distributing meals with attention to portion control, sanitation, and safety, while supporting therapeutic diet guidelines.

The role supports nutrition services operations under supervision, with a focus on accurate food preparation, cash handling, and maintaining clean service areas. Evening shifts and part-time hours reflect patient care needs.

Competenze

• Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards) or equivalent.
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or ability to obtain within six months.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures and therapeutic menus.

Mansioni

• Assist in food service assembly, production and distribution.
• Ensure portions, temperatures, sanitation and safety standards are met.
• Operate cash register and complete related cash procedures.
• Maintains clean and sanitary preparation and service areas.
• Adheres to therapeutic diets and menu guidelines as directed.

Conoscenze

Dexterity & speed

Organizational skills

Independent work

Oral & written communication

Confidentiality

Formazione

Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards)

Strumenti

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

Requisition ID: 413921

Position Number: 1SWHnsDA-11

City: Swan River

Employer: Prairie Mountain Health

Site: Prairie Mountain Health - Swan Valley Health Facilities

Department / Unit: Nutrition Services

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: To be determined - Indefinite

Reason for Term: Other Leave

Union: MGEU

FTE: 0.46

Anticipated Shift: Evenings

Daily Hours Worked: 5

Salary: As per collective agreement

This INDEFINITE TERM may expire subject to 24 hours notice of return of the current incumbent

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Manager, Nutrition Services or Nutrition Services Supervisor and coordination of the Cook, Lead Hand or Clerk, the Dietary Aide is responsible for performing the following activities according to related policies and procedures and any government regulations and legislation: assists in all aspects of food service assembly, production and distribution to related areas with emphasis on portion control, waste control, proper sanitation and safety; ensures all food preparation adheres to menu and therapeutic specifications; maintains preparation areas, storage areas, and meal service areas in clean and sanitary condition; monitors and ensures food is served at optimal temperatures and leftovers are properly used; operates cash register and completes related cash procedures.

Qualifications:

• Grade 10 (Manitoba Standards)
• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within six (6) months
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated dexterity, speed, and efficient work methods
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Overview:

• Assists in the training and/or orientation of Nutrition Services staff and students.

• Ensures familiarity with all diets, the use of reference materials, and technical terms used in Nutrition Services.
• Adheres to the approved menu and therapeutic guidelines regarding the preparation and serving of therapeutic and/or texture-modified diets.
• Makes necessary changes to the client menus as directed in consultation with the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or Registered Dietitian.
• Assists with food preparation as directed. This includes but is not limited to toast, cereal, nourishments, salads, cold food prep, sandwiches, desserts, beverages.
• Assembles/serves meals to clients in accordance with portion standards and serving guidelines (tray, dining room, or cafeteria service).
• Delivers food carts/trays to designated areas and collects soiled trays/dishes.
• Sets, clears, cleans and sanitizes dining room tables.
• Prepares and delivers items for catered functions.
• Performs cashier function.
• Washes dishes, pots, pans, and utensils in accordance with sanitation standards.
• Maintains sanitary conditions by thoroughly cleaning related Nutrition Services areas and equipment as per cleaning schedules.
• Follows established safe work procedures for all relevant equipment and tasks.
• Ensures all relevant equipment is clean and operating efficiently.
• Ensures appropriate labeling, dating and storing or discarding of left overs, including hazardous food sample maintenance.
• Checks, orders, receives, monitors and unpack supplies as directed by the Nutrition Services Supervisor, Manager or designate.
• Maintains par stock levels in designated areas.
• Assists with inventory procedures.
• Assists/participates in departmental quality control audits and procedures.
• Sundry duties as assigned.

Applicants already employed with Prairie Mountain Health may be considered for this position before other applicants. Please continue to apply for positions that are of interest to you.

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

If you are currently employed by PMH, please utilize the internal application form. If you are not employed by PMH, please utilize the external application form.

If you are an external applicant, please include three work related references with this application. They must be from persons who are not related to you, and who have direct knowledge of your past work performance.

Upon being considered for employment, your signature or electronic submission of this application form is your authorization to complete said reference checks.

PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.

We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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