Cleaner/Porter

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that's expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We're committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Supervisor, Food Services, is responsible for cleaning and sanitation required within the kitchen, dining areas and serveries; transports meals, food supplies and dietary equipment throughout the facility; assists with on-line ordering and inventory control for food items and supplies for the Dietary Department in accordance to menus and catering needs.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

•    Responsible for the cleaning, sanitization and contamination control of major pieces of equipment and of the physical Department, in compliance with Department policy and Health and Safety regulations. 

•    Operates commercial cleaning equipment and cleans all areas of the kitchen including washing   furnishings, floors and walls with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants; washes/wipes and sanitizes all heavy pieces of equipment, refrigerators, ranges, range hoods, fans and other stationary and non-stationary equipment.  

•    Cleans pots and other heavy food serving and preparation equipment including food service carts.

•    Transports meals from the main kitchen area to various dining areas or resident rooms.

•    Receives food orders; transports food, supplies and equipment from storage area to other dining areas.

•    Maintains kitchen areas in appropriate order.

•    Assists the Supervisor of Food Service to prepare and regularly update the order guide.

•    Assists in on the job "buddy training system" of other employees as assigned.

•    Performs other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Department objectives.

 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

•    Successful completion of two years of Secondary School and two years previous "hands on" experience as a kitchen worker in the dietary department of a health care facility or equivalent combination of education and experience.

•    Successful completion of a Food Service Worker certificate.

•    Valid Food Handlers Certificate.

•    As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long-Term Care Homes Act (O.Reg.79/10). 

•    Knowledge of job related tools and equipment used in a dietary department or related environment including food preparation equipment and familiarity with food ordering procedures.

•    Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.

•    Demonstrated basic computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications and the ability to receive and respond to emails and for ordering on-line.

•    Good interpersonal and communication skills to work within a diverse community and ability to deal empathetically with residents, family members, etc., to contribute to their well-being.

•    Ability to work effectively independently or as a part of a team.

•    Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

•    Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs, push/pull carts or objects up to 30 lbs, use a step ladder to reach high places and withstand long periods of walking/standing and frequent bending and twisting.

•    Ability to steer and manipulate large and small food wagons and carts through resident areas and congested areas.

•    Ability to work outside regular business hours, as required, and to work a variety of shifts.