Dietary Worker

**Dykeland Lodge** is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team. **Job Title**: Casual Food Service Worker You will be responsible for performing duties related to residents dining and tray service, providing a home-like atmosphere in each of the dining areas. Along with serving, you assist in food preparation and are responsible for the safe operation, proper cleaning and care of all equipment within the department. **Education Requested**: - Food Service Worker course an asset - Current Food Handlers and/or Advanced Food Safety course an asset - Knowledge of therapeutic and normal nutrition - WHMIS **Experience Considered an Asset**: - Previous Food Service Work - Experience in long-term care or similar setting - Knowledge of proper equipment usage and cleaning - Enjoy working with seniors - Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills - Effective communication, both written and verbal, in English with residents, families and co-workers - Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy in all aspects of the organization - Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition - Must take initiative and able to work with minimum supervision - Respectful and hardworking team player - Demonstrate the use of proper body mechanics - Maintain a clean and sanitary environment - Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector Screening in the last **3 months is required** **What We Offer YOU**: - Employee and Family Assistance Program - Comprehensive Orientation - Referral/Incentive Program - A supportive work environment - "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program - Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQs, Holiday Party, Potlucks, Professional Week Celebrations, etc) - Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen - Free parking - Free access to current e-learning through SURGE and opportunities to take part in job related training and development - Join us now and move with us to our **brand-new, world class facility** **As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.** **Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada(Canadian Residency or Citizenship)** **Job Type**: Casual Pay: From $17.06 per hour **Benefits**: - Company events - Employee assistance program - On-site parking Work Location: In person