Food Service Worker

1 day ago

Niagara, Canada Niagara Region Full time

**Division**:
Long Term Care Homes

**About Us**:
**WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM**

At Niagara Region, we believe in a culture that recognizes and rewards employees who consistently demonstrate dedication, competence, and high-performing characteristics.

Work-life balance is important to us at the Niagara Region. All employees are assigned to one primary long-term care location, with the opportunity to work in any of our other long-term care facilities in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland, St. Catharines, Niagara-on-the Lake, Grimsby, and Niagara Falls.

Niagara Region is committed to providing a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive for diverse staff and residents. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

Niagara Region believes that our long-term care homes should feel like any home should - warm, welcoming, safe, comfortable and affording our residents the ability to uphold their dignity while enjoying a quality lifestyle. If you share this same belief and are passionate about making a difference through providing exceptional health and personal care, this position is for you.

To recognize, reward, and support our employees, we offer:

- Competitive wages and salaries
- Competitive benefits packages - including benefits for part-time employees
- Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), a Defined Benefit Pension Plan upon meeting the eligibility criteria
- Access to group home and auto insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Corporate Wellness Centre
- Wellness funds
- Discounted fitness memberships
- Employee and Family Assistance Program services
- Educational funding and subsidies to support current and/or future career opportunities
- A robust mentorship program with longer-term and shorter-term experiences
- Employee Recognition Program and peer-to-peer recognition programs

Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.

**JOB SUMMARY**:
Provides resident-focused food service in the Long Term Care Home, including: preparation of resident meals and snacks; distribution and service of resident meals; receiving, storing and managing the inventory of resident food and food service supplies; daily cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, utensils and equipment used for resident meal preparation, delivery and service; operation of equipment; as well as other related duties as required for compliance and the efficient operation of the home. Works according to all applicable standards, acts and governing bodies.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, plus completion of a Food Service Worker program, a Food & Nutrition Management diploma or degree, Assistant Cook, Cook, or Institutional Cook certification program, or, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience as permitted by the applicable legislation/Act
- If currently enrolled in an accepted program (i.e. Food Service Worker, Assistant Cook, Cook, Institutional Cook), completion within the timeframe prescribed by legislation/Act
- A current Safe Food Handling Certificate as required by legislation/Act

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
- Up to 1 month of current related experience, preferably in a long term care geriatric setting
- Knowledge of kitchen operating procedures, food storage and safekeeping
- Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, legislation, regulations, guidelines and best practices applicable to the long-term care sector

SKILLS
- Ability to work co-operatively with staff and residents
- Ability to read menus
- Must possess the ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- High standards of cleanliness and organization
- Strong attention to detail
- Time management skills in order to meet demanding schedules
- Competent working with_ _digital/electronic technology; including electronic tablets, computers/laptops, food service-related software (i.e.Tray Card), and Microsoft Office products i.e. Outlook, Excel, web browsers, etc.
- Must be able to exercise judgement and initiative
- Ability and willingness to learn

**SPECIAL CONDITIONS**:

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- In accordance with the Corporate Policy and applicable Legislation/Regulation(s), the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Record Check and submit a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, as well as complete any subsequent declaration or check as required by legislation/Act, regulation, and/or policy
- Students hired on a seasonal or part-time basis, for Education qualifications may be hired having successfully completed a Food Handler Training certificate program only, as permitted by the Act
- If currently enrolled in an accepted program (i.e. Food Service Worker, A

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