Dietary Aide

**Job Title**

Food Service Worker/ Dietary Aide ( COVID vaccine recommended, not required)

**Reports to**

Foodservice and Nutrition Manager

**Job description**

Responsible for all duties assigned in relation to the safety and sanitation of the food served and the presentation and delivery of appropriate diet to each resident. Previous experience in long term care cooking, therapeutic diet and familiarity with the use of kitchen equipment. Must be in compliance with Canada’s Food Guide, and Ministry of Health Standards. The employee must be willing to work shifts, weekends, holidays and be available for call-ins.

**QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS**
- Grade 12 diploma.
- Food Safety Awareness program Certificate (Public Health)
- Food Service Workers Certificate
- Minimum certificate of qualifications at the level of Junior Cook/ Level One
- Must be physically able to stand and walk short distances, bend and lift, use and handle kitchen equipment and work at a fast pace.
- Must be able to handle the mental stress of a fast paced environment while exhibiting a "team" attitude, patience and understanding.

**MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

1. Assist in the provision of a high quality Food Service Department.

2. Assist in the portioning and serving of food items to the residents appropriate to their diet orders.

3. Encourage optimum nutritional intake by the residents by providing pleasant and efficient table service and encouragement where required. Report poor appetite level to the Director of Support Services.

4. Ensure safe food handling and storage procedures are followed and that equipment is cleaned according to established procedures.

5. Participate in Resident Care Reviews, in-service sessions and staff meetings.

6. Assist in the set up, delivery and service of food for functions/programs in the Home.

7. Ask residents for comments regarding food preferences and meal satisfaction; and report information to the Foodservice and Nutrition Manager

8. Meal preparation as per HACCP, standardized recipes, portion control and sanitation and safety

9. Report unsafe equipment, conditions and unsafe acts witnessed.

10. Know and be able to carry out fire emergency response.

11. Observes and works within the guidelines of the H&S Program, including use of personal Protective Equipment, proper reporting of accidents and participation in ESRTW plans (OHSA/WSIA).

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

**Salary**: From $19.44 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

**Experience**:

- Dietary: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person