Part-time Dietary Aide

**About Us**

Hanover & District Hospital (HDH) works with its partners to provide a full range of primary acute care hospital services and selected secondary services to meet the needs of the population of Hanover and the surrounding rural townships. HDH provides the people we service access to the care they need through 24/7 Emergency Department, Acute Care Unit (inclusive of medical/surgical beds and multipurpose ICU beds), Physiotherapy Program, Surgical Services Department, Family Centered Birthing Unit, Hemodialysis Unit, Palliative Care Services and Ambulatory Clinics.

HDH has proudly achieved “Accreditation with Exemplary Standing” for the third time through Accreditation Canada. This speaks to the entire organization and the way our staff in all departments work as one team.

We are strongly committed to creating and maintaining a workplace of choice where employees are recognized and valued. We invest in our employees, ensuring that our staff have the required support, training and resources to provide exceptional care. HDH strives to provide work-life balance and promotes a positive work culture. Joining HDH now is a chance to immerse yourself in a culturally collaborative, compassionate and innovative workplace. You will play a key role being part of healthcare team that addresses the needs of our community. You will broaden your expertise, increase your knowledge and have endless opportunities for growth.

If you want a patient-centered focus and think this is the workplace for you, we are looking for a Dietary Aide for our Food Services Department.

**HOURS -** Currently Days, 8 hour shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays. (Subject to change in accordance to operational needs).

**Wage Range - $23.70-$24.33**

**WHERE WE ARE LOCATED**

The town of Hanover boasts numerous amenities including exceptional recreational, cultural, educational and employment opportunities that all contribute to a fantastic quality of life at an affordable rate. Centrally located to beaches, skiing, provincial parks, golfing, and cottage country, there is never a dull moment.

Two hours north of Toronto, Grey County offers beauty you cannot get in the city along with a lifestyle that is more relaxed and family oriented. Close to the shores of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay Paradise.

If you are a dynamic, energetic Dietary Aide that is looking for an exemplary workplace to call home, Grey County may be it

**YOU HAVE**

Complies with all provincial/long term care regulations and established dietary department policies;
- Assists in the preparation and service of beverages, breakfast, lunch & dinner items, vegetables, nourishment items, salads, and desserts as assigned;
- Ensures patient satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted;
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets and importance of compliance;
- Knowledge of safe food handling and importance of compliance;
- Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in the food preparation, dish room, and storage areas;
- Assists in the orientation and training of new dietary employees;
- Must be conscious of deadlines and competing demands;
- Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required;
- Self-motivated, ability to work independently and as a team member;
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, ability to bend, kneel, climb ladders, ability to cope with sudden temperature changes;
- Ability to push/pull heavy carts and safely lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs;
- Must be available for scheduled shifts and call-ins;
- Good attendance and work record required;
- Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization; and
- Must support and contribute to a culture that reflects our code of conduct and values of the organization.

We are committed to accommodating applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment only and no other purpose. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $23.70-$24.33 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-01