Full-time Dietary Aide

**Permanent Full-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 the values of the

organization.

At Hanover & District Hospital, we believe that our success is driven by the diverse
backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of our team members. We are committed to
fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that respects and celebrates the
cultures and traditions of Indigenous Peoples, where everyone feels valued and empowered to
contribute their best. HDH is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We welcome
individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities.

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.