Position: Dietary Aide

Status: Temporary Part-Time (up to 3 months with possible extension)

Department: Nutritional Services

Union Association: CUPE

Salary: $26.36 - $27.22/hour

Hours: Variety of shifts including days, afternoons, weekends and holidays (subject to change based on operational needs)

Position Summary:

Working under the general direction of the Food Service Supervisor, the Dietary Aide performs essential tasks needed to provide food for patients, cafeteria and catering functions. The Dietary Aide participates in Continuous Quality Improvement processes as a team member in assessing quality and making recommendations for improvement.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
• Related experience in the food service industry
• Current Food Handling Certification mandatory and maintained throughout employment
• Food Service Worker Certificate preferred
• Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility food service environment and knowledge of therapeutic diets is preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read, understand and interpret oral and written instructions
• Relate in a respectful, tactful and sensitive manner with patients, staff and visitors
• Work both independently and as a member of a team
• Flexibility to modify routines as required to manage changing priorities
• Good attendance and availability required