Dietary Aide/Relief Cook

Napanee , ON 309 Bridge Street West K7R 2G4Closing DateNovember 16, 2025Dietary Aide/Relief Cook (Part-Time)Hours of Work: Days, Evenings, & Weekends: Up to 12 hours (as scheduled)Primary Location: The John M. Parrott CentreSalary: Dietary Aide: $23.69 to $26.85 per hourRelief Cook: $24.76 to $28.36 per hourClosing Date: November 16, 2025Posting # 2025-112* Pension * % In Lieu of Benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Staff Appreciation Events * Training * Mentorship Opportunities * Employee Wellness * Peer Support Team * Annual Wage IncreasesWhy work with us:We believe in empowering people to live their best lives – not only the people in the communities we serve, but also our employees. Your work will have a meaningful impact in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals and families flourish. We prioritize workplace well-being, continuous growth, and a culture where every employee feels valued and inspired.The John M. Parrott Centre is a fully accredited state-of-the-art, 168 bed long-term care home located in the Town of Greater Napanee. We offer free parking, a safe work environment, and advanced technology to support our staff. We are working towards becoming an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization.What you will do:Reporting to the Food Service Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to enhance the well-being of the individuals and communities we serve. Your key responsibilities will include:Must possess a current Safe Food Service Worker Certificate, be currently enrolled in or enroll within 3 months of the start date in the Food Service Worker Certificate Program at a college established under the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act, 2002, or Food Service Worker program provided by a Registered Private Career College & approved by the Superintendent of Private Career Colleges under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005ORPreference will be given to those who have completed a chef training or a culinary management diploma from a program that meets the standards established by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Preference will be given to those who possess a Red Seal DesignationMust possess a current Safe Food Handler CertificatePossess a secondary school graduation diploma (preferred) or equivalentExcellent communication skills and able to follow verbal and written instructions in EnglishPrevious experience as a cook is required and experience as a food server in a dining room setting is an assetExperience in operating large quantities of kitchen equipment in a safe mannerAbility to lift 40 pounds, stand, walk and bend for the entire shift as this is a very physically demanding jobRequires understanding of the special needs of the senior populationExhibit patience and tact in their daily tasks involving residents, guests and staffMust be in good physical health, be clean and neat in appearance and have excellent personal hygieneAbility to give direction to other team membersSatisfactory attendance record, subject to the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights CodeWhat you will bring:We are looking for someone who shares our passion for helping people live their best lives and brings:Prepares menu items following recipes, menus, therapeutic diets, production sheets and departmental proceduresOperates commercial equipment in a safe mannerPortion food requirements for each RHA. Rotates Stock and plans the utilization of leftover foodsFollows all Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and sanitation practices to ensure food safetyIn the absence of the Manager/Supervisor, you will direct staff as needed and oversee and train dietary staffPortion and serve correct meals to residents and guestsResponsible for setting and clearing tables and keeping the work areas, dining room and other areas in the department clean and sanitizedAssist in the dishwashing process and prepare and set up daily nourishmentsMust be knowledgeable of and adhere to all Public Health and Ministry of Health Dietary Compliance StandardsFunctions effectively and contributes positively to the Dietary Services TeamThe John M. Parrott Centre is considered Rural and therefore, new graduates could qualify for the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program . Also, through our partnership with Nipissing University, we support Registered Practical Nurses pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree through part-time, blended learning.The County of Lennox & Addington is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, creating workplaces that welcome, value, and respect the diversity of employees and support them to actively engage in the workplace and reach their full potential.Accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process, and we encourage applicants to access supports that may be needed. To request an accommodation, please call the County’s Human Resources Department at 613-354-4883, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants advancing to the next stages of the recruitment process will be provided with additional opportunities to make their needs known.Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of applicant selection. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr