Food Service Worker(8) Ws-da07

**Division**:
Long Term Care Homes

**Important Notices & Amendments**:
As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more. In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees

**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
- 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, Assistant Cook, Cook, Institutional Cook), completion within the timeframe prescribed by legislation/Act
- Compliance with any requirements, including immunization and screening measures, of the infection prevention and control program as required by applicable legislation/Act, regulation or policy; some measures are only recommendations (not requirements)
- Staff are required to be screened for Tuberculosis in accordance with the applicable legislation/Act
- Physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the job
- Must have a good attendance record
- Must be able to work shift work, including days, afternoons, evenings and weekends

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Responsible for all general kitchen work - food preparation, serving, transporting food and dish carts, table and tray set-up and stripping, dishwashing, operation of dish machine, etc. for both regular food service as well as special events. Perform related duties as required.
- May be required to bake, prepare desserts, or special diets.
- Assembles nourishment and supply requirements.
- Completes cleaning schedule, (e.g. floors, counters, walls, surfaces, ovens, equipment, etc), and other cleaning daily (or as required).
- Operates commercial food services equipment as required to perform the duties as a Food Service Worker.
- Required to record fridge, freezer and food temperatures before serving and/or as required.
- Required to rotate food within the refrigerator and wherever applicable on a regular basis.
- May be required to call in food and produce orders.
- Responsible for reporting resident intake and dietary information to the appropriate staff for the purposes of documenting in resident charts/files and providing me