Job Number: J0125-0039 Job Title: Receiver Job Category: Food Services Job Type: Permanent Part Time Work Location: Production Kitchen Number of Positions: 1
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Receiver to join our PRODUCTION KITCHEN team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Date stamps all products received, checks all dates and ensure product placement is in the appropriate storage location, rotating all stock.
• Thaws on carts/racks all products needed by Assembly Panners in a neat and orderly fashion on the cart indicated for the appropriate menu day.
• Works with Assembly Panner to complete thaw (Pull) sheets to ensure product is thawed in the minimum time required and that all products are held in safe temperatures.
• Works with Assembly Panner to facilitate efficient panning processes.
• Keeps all storage areas neat and clean from debris; all items are placed off the floors; mops floors daily; removes empty boxes, containers and recycles as appropriate.
• Conducts physical inventories on designated days and places orders as required for produce, milk, bread, smallwares as predetermined by the quantities required.
• Works closely with supervisor to ensure the right products arrives in time for the designated meals.
• Takes every reasonable precaution to protect own health and safety and the health and safety of other persons at or near the workplace.
• Follows safety, environmental and infection control practices as per facility policies.

Environmental Conditions:

Continuous working in chilled or freezer conditions. Proper protective clothing provided.

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and risks that require following safety procedures and may include the use of protective equipment.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A high-school diploma or equivalent education
• Ability to use chemical cleaning agents and equipment
• Ability to read and write in the English language is required
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate is considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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